2004 Peugeot 307 2.0L Diesel · GV04 EAG

The vehicle presents a questionable roadworthiness profile, characterized by a history of reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. While the most recent recorded test in November 2021 at 149,206 miles was a pass, it followed a failure for critical tyre defects and headlamp irregularities. Given that no MOT data exists for the past five years, the vehicle is significantly overdue for testing and its current mechanical state is entirely unknown. The historical trend suggests a pattern where components are only addressed once they reach a point of legal failure or immediate safety risk. At approximately 149,206 miles over 22 years, the car averages roughly 6,782 miles per annum, which is consistent with an older vehicle of light use. However, the data shows a notable gap in activity between July 2019 and November 2021, where it covered only 7,039 miles in two years. This low usage, combined with the age of the vehicle, increases the likelihood of rubber-based components degrading, as evidenced by the previously perished tyres and cracking bushings noted in the 2019 inspection. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the front suspension and braking system, which have shown recurring weaknesses. The record highlights repeated fractured coil springs, perishing lower arm bushes, and ball joint play between 2018 and 2019. A buyer should check for excessive play in the steering geometry and signs of weeping from the top strut mounts, which were previously flagged as sticky. The engine oil leak noted in 2019 also requires close scrutiny to determine if it has remained a minor weep or evolved into a significant leak during the years of undocumented use.