2009 Peugeot 207 1.4L Petrol · LS59 XDZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a reactive approach to repairs rather than preventative care. While it passed the most recent test in April 2026 at 116,783 miles, this followed a failure involving multiple lighting issues and a structural component. The trend shows a recurring pattern where faults are only addressed when they cause an MOT failure, evidenced by the persistent oil leak noted in every single test from 2024 through 2026. At 17 years old, the recorded 116,783 miles represents an average usage of approximately 6,870 miles per year. This is consistent with low-use patterns for a car of this age. The data shows steady annual mileage accumulation, with roughly 10,000 miles covered between April 2024 and April 2025, and another 6,000 miles leading up to the most recent test. This consistent mileage suggests the vehicle has not sat stationary for long periods, though the rubber components are likely suffering from age-related degradation. A buyer must scrutinise the suspension and drivetrain components, as the April 2026 failure highlighted a fractured offside rear coil spring. The 2025 failure also flagged a split offside front CV boot and a perished ball joint dust cover, indicating that the rubber seals in the steering and suspension assembly are failing. The persistent oil leak, while classified as not excessive by the tester, suggests a gasket or seal failure that should be monitored to ensure it does not escalate into a significant mechanical issue over time. The lighting history shows frequent neglect, with dipped beams, registration plate lamps, and stop lamps failing repeatedly across multiple years. Furthermore, the record of tyres worn to the legal limit or perished in 2024 and 2025 suggests the previous owner ignored basic consumable maintenance. A thorough inspection of the current tyre tread depth and the condition of all lighting bulbs is essential to ensure these previous issues have been fully rectified.