2016 Peugeot Expert 1.6L Diesel · LC16 KLS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend regarding deferred repairs on drivetrain components. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 69,513 miles passed, the tester identified severe deterioration on both outer drive shaft CV boots and a worn nearside rear tyre. This follows a failure in February 2025 for a split nearside front CV boot, suggesting that the owner only addresses critical mechanical failures after an inspection failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a ten-year-old van, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. Between February 2023 at 51,632 miles and February 2026 at 69,513 miles, the vehicle covered 17,881 miles. This steady usage suggests typical light commercial application rather than heavy load cycles. However, the low annual mileage has not prevented the degradation of rubber components and fluid seals, which have appeared consistently across the last three years. A buyer must pay close attention to the steering system, which has shown a persistent leak from the pinion area since at least 2023 at 51,632 miles. This ongoing seepage indicates a slow seal failure that will eventually require a costly steering rack or pinion replacement. The brake system also requires scrutiny, as front inner brake pads were flagged as thin in both 2023 and 2024, indicating a pattern of stretching brake service intervals. Physical inspection should focus on the drive shafts and the recently flagged boots to ensure no grease has contaminated the joints following the reported severe deterioration. The recurring reports of edge wear on tyres in 2025 and 2026 also suggest potential alignment issues or worn suspension bushes. Given the engine oil leak noted in 2025, a thorough check of the lower block for active leaks is necessary to ensure the condition remains non-excessive.