2009 Peugeot 207 1.6L Petrol · LD59 WRX

Recurring issues with tyre degradation and braking efficiency define the mechanical profile of this Peugeot 207, which has demonstrated a pattern of significant safety-related failures. The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 23 September 2025, but this followed a dangerous failure just six days prior. That failure included a critical deficiency in parking brake efficiency and exposed tyre cords, alongside a fractured offside front coil spring and an inoperative engine MIL. While the latest result cleared the major safety defects, the presence of persistent advisories regarding perishing tyres and play in the nearside anti-roll bar linkage suggests that component wear remains an ongoing concern. The recorded mileage of 55,100 miles over a 17-year period represents a low annual usage rate of approximately 3,241 miles. While this indicates the vehicle has covered fewer total miles than a typical car of this age, such low-frequency usage can correlate with the specific defects noted in the DVSA records. The repeated advisories for cracking, perishing, and damaged tyres, as well as pitted and scored brake discs, are consistent with a vehicle that spends significant time stationary, which can lead to the degradation of rubber components and surface oxidation on metal surfaces. Prospective buyers should pay close attention to the braking system and suspension during a test drive. Given the previous dangerous failure for parking brake efficiency and the recurring advisories for pitted rear brake discs, it is essential to test the handbrake's holding strength on an incline and check for any pedal judder or uneven braking force. The recent advisory for play in the nearside anti-roll bar linkage suggests potential suspension movement; listen for knocking or clunking sounds when driving over uneven surfaces or speed bumps, as this may indicate further deterioration of suspension bushes or linkages. Further inspection of the underbody is required due to the 2023 advisory regarding a very rusted rear axle. While no structural corrosion was flagged as a failure in the most recent tests, the presence of heavy oxidation necessitates a physical check for structural integrity. Additionally, the 2024 advisory regarding a severely deteriorated offside front outer drive shaft CV boot should be verified to ensure the joint has not been compromised by grit or moisture, which would manifest as a clicking sound during low-speed steering manoeuvres.