2002 Peugeot 206 1.1L Petrol · FX02 AMV

The vehicle is currently not in a roadworthy state as the most recent MOT test dates back to July 2022, leaving the car without a valid certificate for over four years. The maintenance trend shows a decline in mechanical condition. In the July 2022 test at 86,207 miles, the tester flagged perished front suspension arm bushes, an oil leak, and a leaking rear exhaust back box. These issues suggest a lack of preventative maintenance in the final recorded years of use. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 24 year old vehicle, averaging roughly 3,592 miles per year. The record shows the car covered only 4,421 miles between July 2018 and July 2022. This pattern of very low usage often indicates long periods of standing, which typically exacerbates the degradation of rubber components and seals, as evidenced by the recurring suspension and gasket issues. A buyer must prioritize a thorough inspection of the braking system and suspension. The history reveals a chronic problem with the brake load sensing valve, which caused failures in July 2016 and September 2013, and remained a concern as late as June 2018. The suspension has been a persistent weak point for over a decade, with rubber bushes flagged as deteriorated or perished in 2012, 2013, 2014, 2017, and 2022. Particular attention should be paid to the exhaust system and engine seals. Minor exhaust leaks were noted consistently from 2009 through 2022, suggesting a failure to replace aging sections of the pipework. Given the reported oil leak in 2022 and the long period of inactivity since the last test, the engine and drivetrain should be checked for seized components or perished gaskets before any attempt to return the car to the road.