2018 Peugeot Partner 1.6L Diesel · MV68 WNL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While it passed the September 2025 test at 99,341 miles, the tester identified a minor front exhaust leak and an offside rear tyre worn to the legal limit. This follows a pattern of neglected components seen in previous years, suggesting that faults are only addressed once they threaten an MOT failure rather than being maintained during service intervals. At 99,341 miles over eight years, this Peugeot Partner has averaged approximately 12,400 miles per year. This represents high usage for a light commercial vehicle and places significant strain on drivetrain and suspension components. The mileage accumulation is consistent between tests, with roughly 8,600 miles covered between September 2024 and 2025, and approximately 7,800 miles in the preceding year. This steady use suggests the vehicle has been a daily worker, which naturally accelerates the wear of consumables such as tyres and braking systems. A buyer must prioritise an inspection of the braking system due to recurring issues with the rear axle. The 2023 test failed due to thin rear brake pads and binding calipers on both sides, and the 2024 test noted that the rear brakes were imbalanced and barely meeting requirements. This indicates a persistent issue with seized slider pins or worn hardware that has not been fully rectified. The minor exhaust leak identified in 2025 also requires close monitoring to ensure it is not a developing manifold crack which would soon lead to an emissions failure. The history also reveals a lack of tyre management, with edge wear noted in both 2023 and 2025 which often points to incorrect alignment or worn suspension bushes. Given the high mileage and the age of the vehicle, a thorough check of the rubber components and suspension arm corrosion is essential. The presence of a defective spare tyre noted in 2023 suggests that basic safety-critical equipment may have been overlooked by previous owners.