2008 Peugeot 107 1.0L Petrol · DG58 HVL

The vehicle is currently in an unroadworthy state with a clearly worsening maintenance trend. The most recent test on 24 October 2025 at 69,793 miles resulted in multiple critical failures, including a major exhaust leak, an inoperative engine management light, and a failed lambda sensor reading. This represents a significant decline from the November 2024 pass, as several minor advisories from previous years have escalated into immediate mechanical and safety failures. The recorded mileage of 69,793 miles is remarkably low for an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,877 miles per year. While low mileage often suggests less engine wear, the data indicates the car may have sat stationary for extended periods. Between November 2023 and November 2024, the vehicle covered over 4,400 miles in a year, but the sudden increase in use likely coincided with the degradation of rubber-based components, as evidenced by the recurring reports of perished bushes, worn springs, and aged tyres. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the structural integrity and suspension assembly. The front sub-frame has been flagged for corrosion annually since at least 2023, and while rigidity is not yet deemed compromised, the progression requires monitoring. The suspension shows widespread wear across anti-roll bar bushes, axle swivel pins, and rear rear coil springs. Furthermore, the braking system demands immediate attention; the nearside rear service brake is now binding excessively, the brake pipe is corroded, and the discs are heavily pitted. Engine management and auxiliary systems also require verification. The 2025 failure revealed a defective engine warning light and a failed lambda test, which suggests underlying emissions issues that have not been addressed. The history also notes defective seat belt retracting mechanisms and clouded headlamps, indicating a general lack of basic preventative upkeep. Given the 17-year-old tyre noted in the 2025 test, the vehicle has clearly suffered from material rot despite the low mileage.