2011 Peugeot 207 1.4L Petrol · FH11 AUP

The maintenance trend for this 2011 Peugeot 207 is currently worsening, culminating in a failed test on 19 March 2026 at 89,674 miles. The vehicle has regressed from passing with advisories to outright failures, with the most recent test flagging a major exhaust leak, incorrect headlamp aim, and a nail in the nearside rear tyre. Lambda emissions also fell outside specified limits, pointing to engine management or catalytic converter deterioration. The tester flagged a cracked centre exhaust pipe, a fault that typically develops from rust or physical impact rather than simple wear. Repeated headlamp aim failures across the March 2025 and March 2026 tests suggest ongoing bulb replacement errors or damaged headlamp units, rather than a one-off mistake. Covering roughly 5,978 miles per year, the 89,674-mile total is notably low for a 15-year-old vehicle. The record shows a distinct gap between March 2024 and March 2025, where the mileage jumped from 70,569 to 79,663, indicating a sudden increase in use after a period of sitting. Standing for extended periods explains the tyre perishing and the suspension bushes drying out, as rubber components degrade without regular flexing. The rapid accumulation of nearly 10,000 miles in a single year likely contributed to the recent mechanical failures, stressing components that had previously deteriorated during dormancy. A buyer must inspect the structural integrity of the underside carefully. The recurring headlamp aim failures and the split constant velocity boots from the March 2024 and March 2025 tests point to potential neglect or damage that may have been temporarily patched to pass. Examine the front suspension closely; the tester repeatedly flagged worn front suspension arm rear bushes, and the excessive play in the offside front track rod end ball joint from the 2025 failure suggests steering components are degrading. Check the offside front driveshaft CV joint for ingress of dirt, as a split boot leads to premature joint failure. Inspect the rear brake efficiency, given the 2024 parking brake failure, and assess the condition of the exhaust system thoroughly, as the cracked centre pipe requires immediate replacement. The repeated tyre cuts and nails indicate either poor driving habits or a lack of basic upkeep, meaning the current tyres likely need replacing regardless of the recent failure.