2014 Peugeot 107 1.0L Petrol · ND63 XSL

A 2014 Peugeot 107 with this MOT profile carries a largely clean roadworthiness track record, anchored by the most recent pass on 19 January 2026 with no defects recorded, following an equally clean pass on 13 January 2025 and 25 January 2024. Across the six test entries available, only one outright failure appears, dated 25 August 2022, and notably the same calendar day also produced a pass, suggesting a retest following on-the-spot rectification. The failure items were mechanical rather than structural: a corroded and seriously weakened anti-roll bar with both front drop links affected, a windscreen wiper failing to clear the screen effectively, and an insecure central front exhaust section. None of these reappeared as advisories or defects in any subsequent test, and the three years since have returned clean sheets. The advisory trail, while relatively light, is concentrated almost entirely within the 2020 and 2021 entries, with a brake pipe corrosion note and tyre wear advisories appearing once and then dropping away. Mileage stands at 59,198 miles across roughly twelve years, equating to an annual accumulation of approximately 4,933 miles, which is notably low for the age and class of vehicle. This level of use is consistent with light urban running, a second household car, or extended periods of standing rather than sustained high-mileage commuting. The mechanical implications are mixed: lower running hours reduce wear on major drivetrain and clutch components, but prolonged standing commonly accelerates corrosion on exposed underbody components such as brake pipes, suspension links, and exhaust fixings, and can lead to degradation of rubber bushes, dampers, tyres, and brake components through lack of regular cycling. The fact that brake pipe corrosion advisories did appear in 2021, despite the low overall mileage, is consistent with this standing-related corrosion pattern rather than heavy-use wear. Test intervals have remained broadly annual with no extended gaps that would suggest a multi-year lay-up. For a prospective buyer, the components most worth scrutinising on a physical inspection are the items previously flagged or adjacent to them. The 2022 failure involved the front anti-roll bar drop links, which should be checked for free movement; worn or seized drop links typically produce a clonking or rattling noise over speed humps, uneven road surfaces, and during direction changes, and may also allow a slight delay or vagueness in initial turn-in. The rear brake pipes that attracted corrosion advisories in 2021 should be inspected along their full length for surface rust, flaking, or any signs of aftermarket repair or sealing compound, and the handbrake function should be tested on an incline to confirm the rear calipers are not binding after standing. The front brake pads noted as wearing thin in 2020 should be physically checked for remaining friction material, and the discs examined for lipping or scoring. Given the low annual mileage, particular attention should be paid to the condition and age of both tyres, including sidewall cracking and tread depth, as tyres that have stood for long periods can perish regardless of remaining tread. During a test drive, listen specifically for suspension knocks from the front end over undulating surfaces, which would suggest renewed play in the anti-roll bar assembly or its linkages. Confirm the wipers clear the screen across the full swept area on both speeds, and verify the exhaust does not emit any ticking or rattle from the central section under load or over bumps, indicating a loose or inadequately supported mounting. Check that the brake pedal feels firm and that the car pulls up straight without judder, and inspect the underside for any fresh corrosion, weeping fluid, or perished rubber gaiters around the suspension and drivetrain. With the MOT history now showing three consecutive clean tests and the 2022 issues absent from subsequent records, the recorded data presents a stable recent position, though a hands-on inspection of the previously affected areas remains the prudent next step.