2007 Peugeot 207 1.6L Diesel · KU07 EJM

A pattern of electrical and structural concerns dominates the recorded history of this 2007 Peugeot 207, with the most recent test on 12 January 2024 resulting in a fail accompanied by a Dangerous defect. The rear brake discs were deemed seriously weakened on both sides, representing the most serious outcome recorded in the dataset and indicating the braking system had reached a critical state of wear at the previous attempt. Alongside this, four major electrical defects were cited: a non-functioning nearside front position lamp, main beam and offside dipped beam headlamp failures, and an inoperative nearside side repeater. These lighting issues, particularly repeated headlamp failures on different sides across multiple tests, suggest underlying wiring, earth, or switch faults rather than isolated bulb failures. The trend across the record shows a vehicle whose roadworthiness has deteriorated, with three failures and numerous recurring advisories spread across the tests presented. Mileage data shows an accumulation of approximately 8,378 miles per year over the vehicle's nineteen-year life, which is broadly typical for its age bracket. However, the testing pattern reveals significant gaps, most notably the absence of any MOT entry between 2019 and 2020, and the irregular intervals between tests, suggesting periods of non-use or unregistered SORN status. Given that the recorded mileage exceeds 159,000 miles, mechanical wear on high-mileage components such as the clutch, timing chain, and turbocharger (if applicable to the variant) should be considered likely. The combination of typical annual mileage with sporadic testing intervals suggests this vehicle has experienced mixed usage, with the high overall mileage pointing to substantial accumulated wear on consumable and structural components alike. The braking system requires immediate and thorough inspection before purchase. The Dangerous classification on the rear discs from the 2024 test indicates the discs had worn beyond serviceable limits, and any replacement should be verified with documentation. Given that pitted and scored rear discs were also flagged as advisories back in 2020, brake wear has been a long-running concern on this vehicle. A test drive should include firm pedal applications from higher speeds to check for pull, vibration through the steering wheel, or a soft or spongy pedal feel, and the handbrake holding ability on an incline should be confirmed. The front brake discs were also noted as pitted in 2019, so caliper slide pins, pads, and flexible brake hoses should all be visually inspected for corrosion or leakage. Structural corrosion advisories on both rear structural sections from 2021 are a significant concern for a nineteen-year-old Peugeot 207, a model known for rear axle and suspension corrosion issues. These advisories noted that structural rigidity was not significantly reduced at the time, but corrosion progresses, so a physical inspection underneath the vehicle, ideally on a ramp, is essential to check for any advancement around the rear beam mountings, wheel arches, and sill seams. Other recorded issues worth investigating include the nearside front outer drive shaft CV boot, which has been flagged as severely deteriorated across three consecutive tests between 2021 and 2023, suggesting either a missed repair or repeated neglect; listen for clicking or knocking during full-lock manoeuvres. The anti-roll bar linkage play noted in 2020 should be rechecked for looseness or knocking over bumps, and the noted front oil leak warrants inspection of the engine bay for fresh seepage around the cam cover, sump, and oil filter housing. Finally, ensure all exterior lighting, including the registration plate lamps that have failed on multiple occasions, is fully operational before committing to purchase.