2006 Peugeot 107 1.0L Petrol · DN06 DXM

The most recent DVSA examination on 19 November 2025 resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating the vehicle met the statutory roadworthiness requirements at that time. It is worth noting that the immediately preceding test on 12 November 2025, only seven days earlier, was a fail, although no specific defect categories were captured in the available record. The remainder of the documented history shows a series of clean passes in 2023 and 2024, so the overall maintenance trend appears broadly stable, but the very short interval between the failure and the subsequent pass suggests the vehicle was rectified promptly and returned to a compliant condition. Prospective buyers should request sight of the failure documentation, commonly referred to as a VT30 refusal certificate, to confirm the precise cause and the remedial work undertaken before the re-test. The recorded odometer reading of 46,626 miles on a twenty-year-old vehicle equates to an annual average of approximately 2,331 miles, which is well below the typical mileage for a car of this age and points to either very light usage or extended periods of standing. While low mileage preserves the engine and drivetrain, prolonged inactivity on a small city car like the Peugeot 107 introduces its own set of age-related concerns, including corrosion on brake discs and callipers, deterioration of rubber and plastic components, and potential fluid degradation. The MOT history does not reveal any significant mileage gaps or sudden accumulations, but it is advisable to verify the continuity of the odometer reading against service invoices and the V5C registration document to ensure consistency. Given the clean defect record and the low annual mileage, a prospective buyer should focus inspection effort on the consequences of age and standing rather than wear from use. Tyres should be examined closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, as rubber compounds harden and deteriorate with calendar age regardless of tread depth, and the production date code on the sidewall should be checked to ensure the tyres are not excessively old. Brake discs should be inspected for surface corrosion, pitting, or lipping, and the callipers for signs of binding or seized pistons, which are common on vehicles that have spent long periods stationary. A thorough test drive should include firm brake applications to check for shudder or pulling, and listening for any suspension clunks or knocks over uneven surfaces that might indicate perished bushes, weakened coil springs, or top mount wear. Further checks appropriate to this vehicle's profile include verifying the health of the 12 volt battery, which often fails on infrequently driven cars due to parasitic drain and insufficient charging cycles, and confirming the date of replacement if known. Engine oil, coolant, brake fluid, and gearbox oil should all be inspected, as these fluids degrade with time as well as mileage, and a full service history with dated stamps will provide reassurance that calendar-based maintenance has not been neglected. The exhaust system should be examined for corrosion, particularly at mounting points and joints, and the underbody checked for any emerging surface rust, as the Peugeot 107 is not immune to age-related corrosion in common areas. Finally, confirming that all warning lamps extinguish promptly after engine start and that there are no stored diagnostic trouble codes using a basic OBD reader would provide additional peace of mind before purchase.