2009 Peugeot 107 1.0L Petrol · FE09 EYM

The defining mechanical story of this 2009 Peugeot 107 is one of consistent roadworthiness compliance, with the vehicle passing every recorded MOT test since at least 2023. The most recent outcome on 2026-03-20 was a clean pass with no advisories or defects recorded, following immediately after a single failure on the preceding day (2026-03-19) that also logged no defects, a pattern strongly indicative of a minor administrative or tester-side issue rather than any genuine mechanical deterioration. The three years of prior testing (2023, 2024, 2025) each returned clean passes, reinforcing a stable trend with no recurring component concerns flagged across the inspection record. This is a notably unblemished history for a 17-year-old vehicle and suggests the core safety-critical systems brakes, suspension, emissions, lighting, and structure have remained within DVSA tolerance throughout the recent testing window. At 60,975 recorded miles over roughly 17 years, this 107 averages around 3,587 miles annually, a figure that sits well below the typical mileage for a city car of this age and points to either short-trip urban use or extended periods of inactivity. The absence of any large gaps in MOT coverage and the steady, modest progression implied by the testing record suggests the car has remained in regular use rather than being laid up for long stretches, which is mechanically significant. Low annual mileage of this nature typically reduces wear on major drivetrain components and keeps internal corrosion of the braking and exhaust systems to a minimum, but it can also accelerate degradation of rubber items such as drive belts, suspension bushes, and flexible coolant hoses through age-hardening rather than use-related wear. Brake discs and pads may show surface corrosion from infrequent use, and the tyre sidewalls may have aged regardless of remaining tread depth. From a buyer inspection standpoint, the absence of flagged advisories means there is no specific component history to investigate further, but the age and low-use profile warrant targeted physical checks. On a test drive, listen for any knocking or clonking from the front suspension over bumps, particularly from the lower wishbones and anti-roll bar bushes, which are known wear points on this platform and would not necessarily show as a test failure unless severely deteriorated. Check for uneven braking feel or a soft pedal that may indicate seized front caliper sliders, a common issue on lightly used cars where the pistons corrode from lack of regular movement. Steering should feel direct and free of excess play at the straight-ahead position. Given the very low recorded mileage, a thorough pre-purchase inspection should also include verification of recent cambelt or chain service history depending on the engine variant fitted, as age-related degradation of timing components can cause catastrophic failure regardless of odometer reading. Examine the exhaust system closely for internal corrosion and listen for any blowing or rattling on the over-run, as original-fit steel components of this age are vulnerable to rust perforation. Under-bonnet inspection should confirm no oil misting around the cam cover or sump gasket, no coolant residue around the thermostat housing, and that the battery holds a stable voltage under load. A current diagnostic scan for any stored fault codes would also be prudent to confirm no intermittent sensor issues exist outside the MOT test scope.