2009 Peugeot 107 1.0L Petrol · LD09 RYP

The most recent MOT, carried out on 24 September 2025, was passed but returned a suite of advisories centred on the braking system, rear sub‑frame corrosion and a severely deteriorated front drive‑shaft CV boot. The preceding test on 23 September 2025 had failed for essentially the same brake‑related items, indicating that the vehicle is teetering on the edge of compliance. Earlier tests from 2022 back to 2019 were clean or only carried minor advisories, so the overall trend is one of gradual deterioration rather than improvement, with the brake wear and corrosion now becoming the dominant concerns. At 97,138 mi the 2009 Peugeot 107 averages roughly 5,700 mi per year, a mileage well below the typical usage for a car of its age. Such low annual figures often point to periods of limited use or prolonged storage, which can accelerate age‑related degradation of rubber components, seals and corrosion‑prone areas even while mechanical wear remains modest. The relatively low mileage does not offset the fact that the vehicle is now 17 years old, so calendar‑based wear must be taken into account alongside the recorded kilometres. A prospective buyer should give the braking system the highest priority. Front pads are reported as thin and both front discs and rear drums are pitted; the brake pipe on the nearside rear shows corrosion and the system was flagged as imbalanced. On a test drive the pedal should feel firm without any sponginess, and there should be no judder or squeal when applying the brakes, especially under moderate load. A visual inspection should confirm pad thickness, disc scoring and drum condition, and the corroded pipe should be examined for rust penetration that could require replacement. The CV boot on the nearside front drive shaft is severely deteriorated, so the joint should be checked for grease leakage or clicking when turning; replacement of the boot and possibly the CV joint may be imminent. The anti‑roll bar dust‑cover boots on both sides are also in poor condition, which can allow contaminants to reach the bushings – a thorough inspection of the suspension bushes and bushings for looseness or wear is advisable. Finally, the rear sub‑frame mounting area shows corrosion; any flaking or deep rust around the mounting points should be inspected, as excessive corrosion could compromise structural integrity. Given the vehicle’s age and modest mileage, the buyer should also verify the condition of the tyres – the off‑side front tyre was noted as close to the legal tread limit and the nearside front tyre previously flagged – they may need replacement and should be checked for sidewall cracking indicative of ageing. Inspect the 12 V battery for charge holding ability, especially if the car has spent long periods idle. All fluid reservoirs – engine oil, coolant, brake fluid and power‑steering fluid – should be examined for colour, level and any signs of moisture, with brake fluid being a candidate for a complete flush if it has not been changed in the last two years. A full service history, including any timing‑chain checks and evidence of regular oil changes, will give further confidence that the car has been maintained in line with Peugeot’s recommendations.