2012 Peugeot 107 1.0L Petrol · EF12 AAK

This 2012 Peugeot 107 holds a valid MOT test certificate following a pass recorded on November 27, 2025, which rectifies a previous failure from the same month regarding excessive exhaust carbon monoxide emissions that pointed toward potential fuel combustion or catalytic converter inefficiency. Looking across the recent test history, the overall maintenance trend appears moderately stable with clean passes in 2024 and late 2025, though an intensive intervention was clearly required in late 2023 when the car failed on both a rough nearside front wheel bearing and an excessively binding offside rear service brake alongside multiple brake pipe and hose advisories. This mix of structural maintenance and emissions rectification means the vehicle has required proper mechanical attention to remain roadworthy, and a prospective buyer should carefully review the accompanying invoice history to confirm whether these components were professionally replaced or merely adjusted. With a recorded mileage of 114,435 miles accrued over its fourteen-year lifespan, the vehicle averages approximately 8,174 miles annually, representing entirely typical, consistent usage rather than extreme long distance commuting or concerning periods of prolonged abandonment. This regular accumulation of miles is generally beneficial for mechanical longevity, as it prevents the specific deterioration issues associated with standing such as seized brake calipers, perished rubber bushes, and heavy battery discharge, while ensuring the engine and exhaust systems regularly reached optimal operating temperatures. However, crossing the 110,000-mile threshold on a lightweight city hatchback means that high-wear drivetrain and suspension components have experienced significant cyclic stress, making a thorough inspection of the clutch operation, gearchange linkage, and subframe mountings essential during any physical viewing. Given the historical advisory pattern concerning corrosion on the brake pipes and ferrules flagged during the 2023 testing, you must closely inspect the underbody brake lines for any lingering surface scaling, pitting, or protective grease masking, ensuring the rigid metallic pipes and flexible rubber hoses are completely sound and free of leaks. On your test drive, listen carefully for a low-pitched humming or droning noise from the front corners that might indicate a returning wheel bearing failure, and pay attention to whether the car pulls to one side or if the wheels feel warm after driving, which would signal a recurring binding brake caliper or degraded sliding pins. You should also test the handbrake engagement thoroughly on a steep incline and inspect the rear drums and front discs for excessive scoring or lips. Beyond the braking system, prospective buyers should verify that the emissions issue resolved in late 2025 has not returned by checking for any dashboard management lights, excessive exhaust smoke on cold startup, or irregular idle speeds when stationary. Check the tyre tread depths and examine the sidewalls for age-related perishing or micro-cracking, particularly if any tyres are older than five years despite adequate tread remaining. Finally, verify that routine servicing has been maintained with regular oil and filter changes, as the small-displacement petrol engine relies heavily on clean lubrication to prevent premature timing chain wear and maintain peak thermal efficiency.