2005 Peugeot 107 1.0L Petrol · EK55 ULL

A pattern of progressive corrosion and electrical defects emerges from the MOT history of this 2005 Peugeot 107, with rear suspension component corrosion and brake pipe degradation appearing repeatedly across recent tests. The 2026-04-13 pass at 92,868 miles records the rear suspension mounting prescribed area corrosion for the third consecutive year, alongside an advisory for rear brake pipe corrosion at both nearside and offside rear locations, suggesting these areas have not been treated since first flagged. The front brake discs were also noted as worn, pitted, or scored at the most recent test, which on a 107 typically points to long-term pad wear transferring material onto the disc surface. Earlier failures in 2024-03-12 for headlamp aim and front position lamp function indicate prior electrical faults, while the 2025-03-13 failure for an offside front position lamp not working suggests intermittent lighting issues have recurred. The 2026 test also recorded both headlamp lenses as slightly defective, a minor finding consistent with UV degradation over two decades of service. With 92,868 miles recorded over approximately 21 years, this vehicle has averaged only around 4,422 miles annually, which is low for its age and could reflect periods of light use interspersed with longer standing intervals. Annual mileage gaps are visible in the test record, particularly the absence of any MOT entry between March 2022 and February 2023, which could correspond to a period off the road or to an expired exemption. On a 107 of this vintage, low average mileage does not necessarily equate to preservation of mechanical integrity, as prolonged standing tends to accelerate corrosion on exposed underbody components, brake pipe surfaces, and suspension linkages, which aligns with the recurring advisories observed. For a prospective buyer, the rear suspension corrosion flagged in three consecutive tests warrants close physical inspection. On examination, look for surface rust and any flaking or perforation around the rear beam axle mounting points and trailing arm bushes, as the 107 is known for corrosion in these prescribed areas that can eventually compromise structural integrity. Listen for clonking or knocking noises from the rear over speed humps and uneven surfaces, and check for uneven tyre wear which can indicate worn bushes or a shifted beam axle. The rear brake pipe corrosion advisory at both nearside and offside rear should be checked by inspecting the lines along the underbody for blistering, deep pitting, or active seepage of brake fluid, and the pedal should feel firm and progressive under sustained pressure during a test drive. The front brake disc wear advisory should prompt a check for brake judder or vibration through the steering wheel under heavier braking, which would confirm the discs have worn beyond a serviceable limit and require replacement rather than just a pad swap. The headlamp lens defects and prior position lamp failures suggest the front lighting wiring and bulb holders should be tested for intermittent operation, particularly with the indicators and sidelights, while the headlamp aim should be verified against a flat wall to ensure correct beam pattern. Given the vehicle's age and the recurring corrosion advisories, a thorough inspection on a ramp or over a pit is strongly advisable to assess the full extent of underbody corrosion beyond the specific components flagged, paying particular attention to the rear subframe mounting areas, sill seams, and any structural sections that have not yet reached the MOT failure threshold but may be approaching it.