2009 Peugeot 207 S HDI 68 1.4L Diesel · FD09 AHC

The latest MOT test conducted on 11 January 2025 resulted in a pass with no defects recorded. The overall maintenance trend appears remarkably stable, particularly given the age of the vehicle. While the records indicate two failures in May 2022, the absence of listed defects suggests these were likely minor issues or administrative corrections resolved rapidly. The lack of advisories over several years is an uncommon and positive indicator for a vehicle of this vintage, suggesting a consistent approach to preventative maintenance. The recorded mileage of 143,119 miles is consistent with the vehicle's seventeen year age, averaging approximately 8,419 miles per year. This represents a typical usage profile, meaning the drivetrain and chassis have been subjected to regular wear without the extreme degradation associated with high-mileage fleet use or the stagnation risks associated with very low-mileage vehicles. At this mileage, however, the buyer should anticipate that several major consumables and wear-and-tear components will be nearing the end of their operational lifecycles. Since the MOT record is exceptionally clean, the inspection must focus on physical wear that may not trigger a formal failure. You should carefully examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of perishing or fatigue, as these often degrade gradually. During the test drive, listen for clunks over uneven surfaces and feel for any steering vagueness, which would indicate worn linkages or steering rack play. Check the brake discs for significant lip formation or surface corrosion and ensure there is no shudder under braking, which would suggest warped discs or binding calipers. Further attention should be paid to the state of the rubber components and calendar-based maintenance. Examine the tyre sidewalls for fine cracking or perishing, regardless of the remaining tread depth, as rubber degrades over time. It is critical to verify the service history to ensure the timing belt and water pump have been replaced according to the manufacturer's intervals, as a failure here would be catastrophic. Finally, check the 12V battery health and inspect the engine bay for oil seepage around the seals and gaskets, as older engines of this type can develop slow leaks that indicate the need for impending gasket replacements.