2003 Peugeot Partner 2.0L Diesel · CV52 AEL

The vehicle shows a concerning trend of worsening mechanical condition, characterized by frequent failures and recurring issues with braking and suspension components. While the most recent test on 1 April 2025 at 152,695 miles resulted in a pass, this followed a failure just days earlier on 31 March 2025. That failure involved a defective brake load sensing valve linkage and insufficient service brake efficiency. The persistence of advisories regarding near-side front anti-roll bar linkage and suspension arm ball joint play indicates that while immediate failures are being rectified, underlying wear in the front end remains unresolved. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,600 miles per year. The recorded data shows steady usage, moving from 110,545 miles in 2015 to 152,695 miles in 2025. There are no significant gaps in the history that would suggest long periods of inactivity, which is positive for preventing seal drying. However, the frequency of failures in recent years, particularly between 2022 and 2025, suggests that the vehicle is entering a phase of more intensive maintenance requirements as components reach the end of their service life. A prospective buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the braking system and front-end suspension. The record shows a chronic pattern of brake-related issues, including imbalanced braking, binding calipers, and deteriorated brake hoses flagged in 2022 and 2024. The repeated mentions of ball joint play and anti-roll bar linkage issues suggest the suspension requires close scrutiny for excessive movement or noise. Additionally, the history of power steering seepage and various tyre wear patterns indicates that the steering rack and wheel alignment should be verified. The presence of an SRS warning lamp fault in 2024 and a history of exhaust emissions issues in 2019 necessitates checking the airbag system and engine health. While the current MOT status is a pass, the pattern of failing on multiple items such as wipers, lamps, and tyres suggests a reactive rather than proactive maintenance approach by previous owners. A physical inspection should confirm whether the recent repairs to the braking system and suspension have been completed to a high standard or are merely temporary fixes to pass the test.