2006 Peugeot 407 2.0L Diesel · KV06 NNT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but exhibits a worsening trend in suspension wear and emerging structural concerns. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 152,837 miles resulted in a pass, it flagged multiple advisories regarding the front suspension and an oil leak. The presence of play in the offside front anti-roll bar ball joint alongside wear on the nearside rear bush and offside front suspension arm bush indicates that the front-end components are reaching the end of their service life. At 152,837 miles, this twenty-year-old Peugeot has covered an average of approximately 7,600 miles per year, which is consistent with typical long-term usage. The record shows consistent activity, with roughly 8,000 miles driven between February 2024 and February 2025, and another 7,400 miles leading into the January 2026 test. This regular mileage suggests the car has not sat stationary, which explains the gradual degradation of rubber components and mechanical joints. A buyer must prioritize the structural integrity of the vehicle due to the critical failure in February 2025 at 145,384 miles. The tester identified significant corrosion on the floor to sill assembly that reduced the rigidity of the body structure. Although the car passed the subsequent test, structural rust of this nature is progressive and requires close physical inspection to ensure it has not spread. Additionally, the recurring nearside front service brake binding noted in both 2025 tests suggests a sticking caliper that should be inspected to prevent excessive heat damage or uneven pad wear. The suspension system requires immediate attention. The history of a previously fractured offside rear coil spring in 2024 and the current advisories for anti-roll bar links and bushes suggests the entire suspension geometry is under significant stress. The oil leak flagged in the January 2026 test also needs identification to determine if it is a minor seal failure or a more significant engine defect. Given the age and mileage, these mechanical issues are typical of a vehicle entering a phase of higher maintenance costs to maintain roadworthiness.