2015 Peugeot Unknown 2.2L Diesel · MX15 CZD

A low-mileage 2015 Peugeot with eleven years on the road, this vehicle presents a generally clean MOT history with five consecutive passes from 2022 through 2026 and no recorded failures. The defining mechanical note is a single advisory raised at the most recent test on 3 August 2026, where the power steering component was noted to have a slight seepage with the steering rack boots covered in oil under defect category 2.1.5 (a). Prior tests in 2025, 2024, 2023, and 2022 returned no advisories or failures, so the steering seepage is a newly emerging item rather than a chronic or worsening pattern, although it now warrants close mechanical scrutiny before purchase. Overall the trend is stable roadworthiness with one early-stage fluid loss to monitor. The recorded mileage of 18,336 miles across eleven years equates to roughly 1,667 miles per year, which is unusually low for a car of this age and well below the typical accumulation rate for a daily-driven vehicle. MOT records show tests at annual intervals from 2022 onward, consistent with either light use or periods of relative inactivity rather than a garaged long-term lay-up. Mechanically, low annual mileage tends to preserve major drivetrain components but can promote issues associated with infrequent operation, including dried rubber seals, oxidation of brake calipers and discs from lack of regular use, and corrosion of underbody components from moisture accumulation without the drying effect of regular driving. The fact that the brake, suspension, and corrosion categories have remained advisory-free through 2026 suggests these age-related risks have not yet progressed to MOT-detectable levels. For a prospective buyer, the steering rack seepage flagged in August 2026 should be the primary inspection focus. On a test drive, listen for any groaning or whining noise from the power steering system during low-speed manoeuvres, particularly when the wheel is turned to full lock either way, as this can indicate the hydraulic pump working harder to compensate for fluid loss. Check for any increase in steering effort or a momentary delay in power assistance response after start-up, which would suggest the leak has progressed beyond the slight seepage recorded at test. Inspect the steering rack boots themselves for splits, perishing, or excessive oil saturation, and trace any fluid trails along the rack housing or down to the inner tie rod ends. Also verify the power steering fluid reservoir level before driving and note any topping-up required to reach the maximum mark, as this gives a direct indicator of how actively the system is losing fluid. Beyond the steering concern, it is worth inspecting items that can deteriorate during periods of low use regardless of MOT outcome. The brake discs may have developed light surface corrosion from standing between short trips, so test for an initial roughness or judder through the pedal on the first firm application before assessing smoothness on subsequent stops. Feel for any binding or dragging from the calipers, particularly after the vehicle has been parked for several hours. Inspect the underbody, subframe, brake lines, and suspension arms for any surface oxidation or bubbling paintwork, as low-mileage cars often show corrosion in pockets rather than across broad areas. Finally, confirm the condition of the tyres, checking for sidewall cracking or perishing common to older rubber, and verify that the cooling system, ancillary drive belts, and exhaust mountings have not become brittle from prolonged stationary periods.