2010 Peugeot 107 1.0L Petrol · EA59 XLO

The 2010 Peugeot 107 presents a mixed maintenance picture. The most recent MOT, conducted on 19 January 2026 at 78,268 miles, resulted in a pass, but only after an initial failure on the same day. That failure flagged a non-functioning registration plate lamp, severely reduced headlamp output with no beam pattern on both front units, and cracking or perishing tyres on the nearside rear and both front positions. The subsequent pass confirms these specific items were rectified, yet the pattern of recurring tyre degradation and lighting faults across multiple tests suggests reactive rather than preventative upkeep. The maintenance trend is broadly stable in the short term, but the underlying pattern of neglecting basic consumables and lighting components is a concern. The vehicle has covered approximately 4,892 miles per year over its sixteen-year life, which is notably low for its age. The mileage progression is consistent and shows no sudden spikes or suspicious gaps. Between the January 2024 test at 69,105 miles and the January 2025 test at 73,725 miles, the car accumulated 4,620 miles. The following year, from January 2025 to January 2026, it added just 4,542 miles. This steady, low-mileage accumulation points to light urban use rather than long-distance driving. However, prolonged periods of short journeys and standing can accelerate certain forms of deterioration, particularly exhaust corrosion, brake surface rust, and tyre sidewall perishing due to age rather than wear. The recurring tyre advisories and failures demand close attention. Cracking or perishing noted on the nearside rear tyre appeared in the January 2024, January 2025, and January 2026 tests, indicating either a persistent slow puncture, a poor-quality replacement, or a tyre that has simply aged beyond serviceable condition. A buyer should inspect all four tyres for sidewall condition, date stamps, and uneven wear, and check the spare if fitted. The headlamp output issue, flagged as severely reduced with no beam pattern on both front units in both the January 2025 and January 2026 failures, points to either degraded polycarbonate lenses or incorrect bulb replacement. Both conditions reduce night-time visibility significantly and suggest the lighting system has not been maintained to a competent standard. The January 2025 failure also identified excessively worn anti-roll bar linkage pins or bushes on both front sides, described as starting to pull through, along with an exposed ply or cord on the offside rear tyre. The front suspension wear is a mechanical concern that can affect steering precision and stability, particularly over uneven surfaces. A buyer should have the front drop links, anti-roll bar bushes, and track rod ends inspected for play on a raised ramp. The rear tyre with exposed cords is a serious structural failure of the tyre carcass and should have been replaced immediately. Its presence on the record raises questions about whether the vehicle was driven in that condition for any distance. Brake components, exhaust condition, and any signs of structural corrosion around the subframes and mounting points should also be verified in person, as the MOT record does not provide evidence of proactive inspection in these areas.