2016 Peugeot Bailey 2.2L Diesel · MX66 FLE

The most recent DVSA roadworthiness test on this 2016 Peugeot was conducted on 19 November 2025 and resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded. Reviewing the full eight-test history back to September 2019, every examination has returned a pass without any advisories whatsoever, indicating a consistently stable maintenance profile with no recorded deterioration in braking, suspension, lighting, exhaust emissions, or structural integrity. The absence of any advisory items across multiple consecutive tests suggests that components prone to wear-related observation, such as brake pads, tyres, and suspension components, have either been serviced proactively prior to test or have not yet reached the threshold requiring advisory notation. For a prospective buyer, this clean trajectory is reassuring but should be tempered with the understanding that an MOT pass is a point-in-time minimum standard rather than a comprehensive mechanical condition report. With a recorded mileage of 17,902 miles over approximately ten years, this vehicle has averaged around 1,790 miles annually, which is substantially below the typical usage rate for a car of this age. This low annual mileage profile strongly suggests extended periods of standing or only occasional use, which carries specific mechanical implications distinct from those of higher-mileage vehicles. Long standing periods accelerate degradation of rubber and polymer components, encourage moisture ingress into the braking system, and can lead to oxidation of internal engine components and fluid separation. Conversely, the limited mileage means that major drivetrain wear items such as clutch, gearbox internals, and engine bearings have experienced minimal mechanical cycling, which is generally favourable for long-term durability. Given the clean MOT record combined with this low-mileage, age-advantaged usage pattern, a prospective buyer should conduct thorough physical inspections focusing on calendar-driven deterioration. Tyres warrant close scrutiny for sidewall perishing and cracking, which can occur even on tyres with substantial tread depth remaining due to age-related rubber degradation; check the DOT date code on the sidewall and inspect for any hairline cracks in the sidewall rubber, particularly in the lower region. The braking system should be examined for binding calipers from prolonged standing, surface corrosion on brake discs, and perished or cracked flexible brake hoses, which degrade with age regardless of mileage. On a test drive, listen for any scraping or grinding from seized pads resting against corroded discs, and feel for any pulling to one side under braking that might indicate a stuck caliper piston. Additional checks should include verification of the 12V battery condition, as batteries that have experienced frequent shallow discharge cycles from short journeys or have simply reached the end of their calendar life typically require replacement around the five to seven year mark; request evidence of recent replacement or have the battery load-tested. All fluid systems should be inspected for age-related degradation, including engine coolant which loses its corrosion-inhibiting properties over time, brake fluid which is hygroscopic and should be renewed every two to three years regardless of mileage, and transmission fluid if accessible. Inspect under the bonnet for any evidence of perished rubber hoses, dried and cracked drive belts, and signs of oil weep from gaskets and seals that can develop from age hardening rather than wear. Finally, verify the service book stamps or digital service history to confirm that time-based servicing intervals have been observed rather than purely mileage-based schedules, as low annual mileage can easily lead to oil and filter changes being overlooked if the owner adhered strictly to mileage intervals.