2013 Peugeot Partner 1.6L Diesel · LL13 EHF

The Peugeot Partner presents a mixed maintenance picture. The most recent test on 31 May 2023 at 65,471 miles passed, but only after a failure the previous day. That failure on 30 May 2023 flagged a non-functioning nearside rear stop lamp, a nearside front tyre below the 1.6mm legal limit, an offside rear tyre worn close to the legal limit on its edge, and corrosion to the ferrules on both rear brake hoses. The pass the next day indicates the lamp and tyres were replaced, yet the tester still noted the corroded brake hose ferrules as advisories. This pattern suggests reactive fixes rather than consistent preventative upkeep. The trend is broadly stable but punctuated by lapses in basic consumable maintenance. The mileage profile is notably low. At roughly 5,036 miles per year over thirteen years, the van has seen lighter-than-average use. The record shows a gap of approximately 2,920 miles between June 2021 at 59,423 miles and June 2022 at 62,551 miles, then a further 2,920 miles to the May 2023 tests at 65,471 miles. No tests exist after May 2023, meaning the vehicle has sat unused or untested for over three years as of June 2026. Prolonged standing raises its own concerns around seized brakes, perished rubber, and fuel degradation. The recurring tyre wear advisories across multiple tests point to uneven wear patterns. Buyers should inspect the suspension bushes, tracking, and wheel alignment, as uneven edge wear often signals geometry issues or worn components. The fractured offside front coil spring flagged in the June 2022 failure was rectified before the pass, but the replacement spring and its counterpart on the nearside should be checked for sag or fresh cracking. The rear brake hose ferrules showing corrosion in both 2023 tests warrant close examination of the entire rear brake line condition, including hard lines and ABS sensor wiring, as corrosion in this area can compromise braking integrity. Given the three-year gap since the last test, a full inspection of all brake components, tyre condition regardless of tread, and structural underside corrosion is essential before any purchase.