2010 Peugeot 207 1.4L Petrol · LM10 YWO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of recurring mechanical degradation related to age rather than mileage. While the most recent test in May 2026 at 42,496 miles passed, it followed a significant failure nine days prior due to multiple suspension faults. The presence of an offside front suspension arm ball joint play and nearside rear tyre perishing suggests that rubber components are reaching the end of their functional life. The oil leak from the sump or filter housing has persisted since 2024, indicating a chronic issue that has not been fully rectified. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,650 miles per year. There is a notable gap of over 10,000 miles between May 2024 and May 2025, and another 11,000 miles leading up to the recent 2026 tests. This low usage explains the advanced state of certain metal components, such as the heavy pitting and corrosion on brake discs noted in 2024, and the cracking of tyre sidewalls. Long periods of standing often lead to the oxidation of braking surfaces and the drying out of rubber bushings, which is consistent with the recorded history. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension, as the anti-roll bar ball joints and suspension arms have been repeated points of failure or advisories. The split offside front CV boot noted in 2024 should be checked for grease leakage to prevent drive shaft failure. Given the history of binding calipers and heavily corroded discs, the entire braking system should be evaluated for seized or uneven wear. Additionally, the persistent oil leak needs to be monitored to ensure it remains a minor seepage and does not affect engine health despite the low annual mileage.