2015 Peugeot Partner 1.6L Diesel · DP14 KLP

The most recent DVSA examination carried out on 29 January 2026 resulted in a Pass, although it was accompanied by several advisories that warrant close attention. Notably, an oil leak first noted at the January 2025 test has persisted across two further examinations, suggesting a continuing issue from the engine or gearbox area that has neither been resolved nor significantly worsened. The advisories relating to all four tyres being worn close to the legal limit or worn on edge mirror those recorded in early 2025, indicating an ongoing concern with uneven or accelerated tyre wear that could point towards alignment, suspension geometry, or tracking problems. When considered against the earlier 2024 test, which included a major defect for a fractured offside front coil spring and a corroded nearside front coil spring alongside a deteriorated offside front outer CV joint boot, the overall trend suggests a vehicle that has received maintenance to rectify the more serious structural failures, but continues to exhibit wear-related advisories across consumables and chassis components rather than showing a fully clean and stable pattern. With 142,849 miles recorded on an eleven-year-old Peugeot Partner, the vehicle is accumulating roughly 12,986 miles annually, which is high for its class and age. This level of usage implies consistent heavy-duty work, likely commercial or load-carrying in nature, and means that wear-sensitive items including suspension bushes, shock absorbers, brake discs, drivetrain mounts, and clutch components will have experienced considerable fatigue. The lack of any large mileage gaps in the recorded history further suggests the vehicle has been in regular service rather than left standing for extended periods, which is generally positive for avoiding issues such as seized brakes or perished rubber components, but does mean that mechanical consumables will be closer to the end of their service life than on a lower-mileage equivalent. For a prospective buyer, a thorough physical inspection and test drive are strongly advised, with particular focus on the advisory items. The persistent oil leak should be investigated by inspecting the underside of the engine and gearbox for fresh residue and identifying the source, whether it be from the sump, valve cover gasket, oil filter housing, or a front crank seal. The recurring edge wear on all four tyres is a significant concern and warrants a four-wheel alignment check, as well as a close inspection of the suspension components for worn bushes, play in the ball joints, and any signs of uneven damper behaviour. On a test drive, listen for clonks or knocks over uneven surfaces, which may indicate worn suspension arms or bushes, and pay attention to any pulling to one side that could confirm a tracking issue. The 2024 advisories relating to corroded and fractured coil springs mean that the remaining springs should be visually inspected for surface corrosion, cracks, or any sign of vehicle sagging, particularly at the front corners. Given the high annual mileage and the age of the vehicle, additional checks should include the condition and thickness of the brake discs, as the 2025 advisories noted both front and rear pads wearing, and worn pads on a high-mileage Partner frequently indicate that the discs themselves may also require replacement due to scoring or minimum thickness limits being approached. The nearside rear stop lamp fault from 2024 should be confirmed as rectified by checking all lighting functions, and the deteriorated offside front outer CV joint boot noted in 2024 should be re-examined for splits, as a failed boot will quickly lead to joint failure from contamination. Beyond the recorded defects, age-related items should not be overlooked, including the 12-volt battery health, which can deteriorate independently of mileage, and the condition of all flexible components such as coolant and heater hoses, drive belts, and the timing belt or chain service interval if supported by documentation. Finally, verifying a full service history with stamps at appropriate intervals will be essential, as a vehicle of this age and mileage that has missed scheduled fluid changes, particularly for the manual gearbox, clutch hydraulic system, and brake fluid, will face accelerated wear on associated components.