2007 Peugeot 307 1.6L Petrol · KS07 FLE

The vehicle presents a concerning maintenance profile characterized by a trend of worsening mechanical wear and deferred repairs. While it passed its latest MOT in September 2024 at 156,599 miles, this followed a significant failure just three miles prior. The presence of multiple advisories regarding the steering rack inner joints, anti-roll bar linkages, and shock absorber bushes indicates that the suspension is degrading. The history suggests that repairs are only addressed at the minimum level required to pass the test rather than following a proactive maintenance schedule. At 156,599 miles, the Peugeot 307 averages approximately 8,242 miles per year, which aligns with typical usage for a car of this age. However, the data shows a rapid accumulation of 10,631 miles between September 2023 and September 2024, a period during which the vehicle suffered multiple mechanical and lighting failures. The failure in 2022, due to exposed tyre cords and illegal tread depths, further suggests that the previous owner neglected basic safety-critical consumables until they reached a failure point. A prospective buyer must scrutinise the steering and suspension components, as the record consistently flags play in the steering rack inner joints and worn bushes. The 2024 test also noted corrosion to the undercarriage, which requires a physical inspection to ensure the structural integrity has not been compromised beyond surface rust. The binding offside rear brake and the thin front pads with lipped discs indicate the braking system is nearing an expensive overhaul stage. Given that the last test was nearly two years ago, the vehicle is now overdue for a fresh MOT, and the mechanical issues identified have likely progressed.