2010 Peugeot RCZ 1.6L Petrol · DF60 VAV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the history reveals a concerning trend of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While it passed the February 2026 test at 82,145 miles, the preceding eighteen months show a significant decline in mechanical standards and oversight. The transition from a clean record in 2023 to multiple failures in 2024 and 2025 suggests that faults are only being addressed when necessary to pass the annual emissions test. At 82,145 miles, this 16-year-old Peugeot reflects low mileage, averaging approximately 5,100 miles per year. However, the data shows a period of rapid use between May 2023 and May 2024, where nearly 4,000 miles were covered in just one year, followed by a drop in activity. The low overall mileage is likely correlated with the age-related degradation observed, such as the perishing rear tyres noted in May 2025, which indicates the vehicle may have sat for extended periods, allowing rubber components to perish. A buyer must scrutinize the drivetrain and cooling system due to recurring failures. The 2025 failure flagged a coolant leak and split drive shaft CV boots, issues that lead to engine overheating and premature gearbox wear if not monitored. The engine malfunction indicator light was inoperative in both 2024 and 2025, suggesting an underlying sensor or emissions fault that may not have been fully rectified. The buyer should verify the cooling system integrity under pressure and check all CV boots for fresh grease leakage. The braking and suspension components also show signs of neglect. The February 2026 test identified pitted and scored rear discs alongside thin pads, mirroring defects found in May 2025. Combined with frequent reports of tyres reaching the legal limit across multiple years, it appears the previous owner consistently ignored consumable items until they became failures. A thorough inspection of the suspension bushes and corrosion is essential to ensure the low-mileage has not masked neglected structural or mechanical wear.