2012 Peugeot RCZ 2.0L Diesel · KA58 RCZ

The Peugeot RCZ presents a clean MOT history over the past four years, with the most recent test in September 2025 at 111,099 miles passing without any defects. This consistency suggests the vehicle has been maintained to meet minimum roadworthiness standards, though the absence of advisories or minor failures raises questions about whether routine servicing—beyond MOT compliance—has been prioritised. The only anomaly is the duplicate entry for November 2022, where the car failed and then passed on the same day at identical mileage, which may indicate a clerical error or a last-minute rectification of a non-critical issue. Given the lack of recurring advisories or defects, there’s no evidence of worsening mechanical trends, but the sparse data leaves some components—such as suspension bushes, brake fluid condition, or exhaust emissions—unverified beyond basic compliance. The mileage accumulation of roughly 7,936 miles per year aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, though the gaps between tests are unusually long. The car covered just 468 miles between the November 2022 failure and the December 2023 pass—a period of over 13 months—followed by another 12-month interval before the next test in November 2021. Such extended intervals between checks could mask gradual wear in areas like tyre tread depth, brake pad thickness, or fluid degradation. The absence of mileage spikes or drops suggests steady, if not particularly heavy, use, but the lack of intermediate servicing records means wear on non-MOT-monitored components—such as differential fluids or timing belt condition—remains unknown. For a buyer, the primary focus should be on components not routinely inspected during MOTs. Given the age and mileage, suspension components—particularly the front coil springs and rear shock absorbers—should be checked for wear or oil leaks, as these often degrade beyond MOT visibility. Braking performance should be tested under load, as the MOT history provides no insight into brake pad wear or caliper binding, which are critical on a car of this vintage. Structural integrity is less of a concern given the absence of corrosion advisories, but a thorough inspection of the underbody, wheel arches, and sill seals is prudent to rule out hidden rust. Finally, while the emissions system passed all tests, a pre-purchase diagnostic scan for fault codes—especially related to the petrol direct injection system—would be advisable, as these can develop issues without triggering an MOT failure.