2012 Peugeot 207 1.4L Petrol · LT12 FPP

The vehicle currently holds a roadworthy status following a clean pass in October 2023 at 86,103 miles. However, the maintenance trend shows a period of reactive repair rather than proactive upkeep. The failure just one day prior to that successful test revealed a cluster of mechanical failures across the front suspension, including excessively worn ball joints on both arms and the front anti-roll bar linkage, alongside a split CV joint boot. While these issues were addressed to achieve the subsequent pass, the density of faults suggests that components were only replaced once they reached failure limits. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle for its age, averaging approximately 6,150 miles per year. There is a significant gap of 18,493 miles between the September 2021 test at 61,009 miles and the September 2022 test at 79,502 miles. While low annual mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine, long periods of standing can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and seals, regardless of the distance driven. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension in person to ensure the replacement ball joints and anti-roll bar links from late 2023 have not developed play. The engine-related oil leak noted back in September 2022 warrants a close look at the engine bay to confirm the leak has not worsened into a significant drip. Given that the last MOT was conducted over two years ago, a thorough check of current tyre condition, brake pad thickness, and lighting is essential to identify any wear that has occurred since the last official inspection.