2012 Peugeot Bipper 1.4L Diesel · CY12 AOP

The Peugeot Bipper presents a currently roadworthy status, having passed its most recent MOT on 28 February 2024 at 97,482 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend appears stable on paper, though the test history shows a recurring pattern of initial failures followed by rapid passes at identical mileages, suggesting administrative or presentation issues rather than progressive mechanical decline. The recorded mileage of 97,482 against a 2012 registration equates to roughly 6,963 miles per year, which is typical for a light commercial vehicle of this age. Between the 12 February 2022 pass at 89,965 miles and the 28 February 2023 pass at 93,602 miles the van covered only 3,637 miles, then added 3,880 miles to the February 2024 test. No rapid accumulation or standing gaps are evident. The DVSA record itself is sparse, listing clean passes and fails with no advisories on suspension bushes, brake discs, corrosion, or exhaust emissions across the three-year span. The repeated fail-pass pairs on 22 and 28 February 2023 at 93,600 and 93,602 miles, then 19 and 28 February 2024 at 97,482 miles, with no defects logged, point to either clerical rejection or undocumented pre-test rectification. A buyer should physically verify the tester did not overlook binding calipers, worn coil springs, or structural integrity issues that a clean sheet might mask. Inspect underneath for chassis rust and check the front suspension arms given the van's age. Given the lack of recorded advisories, confirm in person that tyres, wiper blades, and brake pad thickness meet wear expectations for a 14-year-old vehicle. The previous owner kept annual mileage low and cleared tests within days of failure, implying basic upkeep was maintained but full transparency on the fault causes is absent from the official data.