2013 Peugeot 107 1.0L Petrol · DP13 EDR

The most recent DVSA examination dated 26 August 2026 resulted in a fail, with four major defects recorded against the parking brake and rear seat belt. Specifically, the parking brake efficiency was below the required minimum, the lever exhibited excessive movement indicative of incorrect cable or ratchet adjustment, the offside parking brake mechanism was inoperative, and the nearside rear seat belt failed to retract as intended. The previous test a year earlier also failed with multiple dangerous items concerning severely worn front brake pads and front tyres below the 1.6mm tread limit, alongside a major defect for an insecure exhaust bracket. Taken together, the maintenance trend is clearly worsening rather than stable. A vehicle that passes cleanly in 2022 and 2023, then escalates into dangerous brake, tyre, and exhaust defects within two years, suggests deferred servicing and the kind of neglect that frequently accompanies low-mileage or intermittently used vehicles where deterioration progresses unnoticed between MoT visits. The recorded mileage of 73,862 miles over thirteen years equates to an annual average of approximately 5,680 miles, which is well below the typical usage pattern for a city-focused supermini such as the Peugeot 107. There are notable gaps between examinations, particularly between August 2020 and August 2022, which may indicate extended periods of standing or very light use. While lower annual mileage reduces wear on major drivetrain components such as the engine, clutch, and transmission, it conversely accelerates degradation of items affected by calendar ageing or corrosion. The advisories already recorded for sub-frame corrosion, corroded brake pipes, and weakened exhaust brackets are consistent with a vehicle that has spent long periods exposed to the elements rather than being driven regularly and thoroughly. Given the recurring theme of brake-related defects, a prospective buyer should carry out a careful inspection of the entire braking system. The dangerous front brake pad finding in 2025 means the pads and likely the discs have been replaced very recently; confirm the work was carried out professionally and inspect the rear brake shoes, drums, wheel cylinders, and the handbrake cable run for seizure or stretching, as the 2026 parking brake failures could indicate a snapped or seized rear cable, a worn ratchet mechanism, or contaminated/drum-glazed rear shoes. On a test drive, listen for scraping or grinding from the front discs, feel for any pulling to one side under braking, and test the handbrake on an incline to verify it holds firmly without excessive lever travel. The seat belt retraction fault on the nearside rear should also be physically checked, as a belt that fails to spool back is usually caused by a twisted webbing, a jammed inertia reel, or seat mount corrosion, all of which must be rectified for the vehicle to pass its next MoT. Beyond the recorded defects, the age and usage profile of this 107 warrants several additional physical checks before purchase. Inspect all four tyres for sidewall perishing and cracking, as the 2023 advisories already noted damage and cracking on the rear tyres, and ageing rubber deteriorates regardless of tread depth. Examine the 12 volt battery for hold-down security and check for a manufacturing date code older than five years, as batteries left standing discharge and sulphate internally. Verify the condition of the front sub-frame and rear axle for the corrosion flagged in 2023 and 2024, paying particular attention to structural integrity around mounting points and suspension pick-ups. Check all brake pipes, particularly those rear lines already noted as corroded and greased, for advanced surface rust that could soon warrant replacement. Confirm the timing chain or belt service interval depending on engine variant, ensure coolant and brake fluid have been changed within their calendar intervals irrespective of mileage, and finally verify a complete service book history with stamps confirming regular oil and filter changes, which is essential on a low-mileage vehicle where short journeys can otherwise lead to diluted oil, varnished internals, and premature engine wear.