2004 Peugeot 307 2.0L Diesel · HS04 AOC

The vehicle last underwent MOT testing on 1 September 2021 at 178,082 miles and failed comprehensively. That test recorded inoperative parking brake on both sides, significantly reduced seat belt anchorage strength at near and offside rear sills, corroded rear coil springs, and a severely deteriorated drive shaft constant velocity boot. The maintenance trend across the available records shows clear worsening from advisory corrosion in 2018 to multiple safety-critical failures three years later. Roadworthiness as of July 2026 is unconfirmed and the last known condition was not road legal. Mileage accumulation appears modest for a 22 year old hatchback. The odometer advanced from 158,728 miles at the 24 September 2018 test to 178,082 miles by 1 September 2021, a gain of 19,354 miles across three annual cycles. That equates to roughly 6,450 miles per year, below the approximate 8,095 mile annual average implied by total age. No MOT entries exist after September 2021, indicating the car has stood dormant or been used without valid test for nearly five years. Such a prolonged static period typically accelerates corrosion and perishes rubber components. Recurring faults demand physical inspection before any purchase. The tester noted exhaust corrosion at every test from 2018 through 2021, confirming chronic decay of the system. Rear coil spring corrosion appeared in 2018 and intensified to both sides flagged in 2021, suggesting imminent spring failure. Steering rack inner joint play surfaced in 2020 and excessive track rod end play caused failure in 2021, pointing to neglected steering geometry. Tyre tread deficits triggered failures in 2019 and 2021, revealing previous owners skipped basic consumable replacements. Structural integrity requires close scrutiny. The 2021 test exposed significant reduction in seat belt anchorage strength at near and offside rear sills, a prescribed area fault that implies advanced rust perforation. Coupled with corroded coil springs and exhaust, the body shell likely suffers widespread corrosion. A buyer must probe the sills, suspension mounts, and brake calipers for binding, and verify parking brake mechanism operation. The absence of recent testing means any rectification is unproven.