2010 Peugeot 107 1.0L Petrol · OU10 YNF

A persistent and worsening corrosion pattern dominates the mechanical history of this 2010 Peugeot 107, with the structure and undercarriage now flagged across multiple recent tests. At the most recent examination on 2026-03-09, the vehicle passed, but four advisories were issued: rear axle corrosion described as heavier around the mounting areas, an offside front shock absorber corroded, general under vehicle corrosion, and perished front lower suspension ball joint dust covers. The trajectory has been deteriorating rather than stable, as the earlier 2025-03-13 pass recorded no defects at all, before a failure on 2025-03-12 cited a major central exhaust gas leak, incomplete emissions, and a mispositioned offside front headlamp. The 2024-01-19 test produced a Major defect for significantly reduced nearside outer seat belt anchorage strength in the sill area, alongside corrosion advisories on both rear brake pipes and tyres worn to the legal limit. The 2023 pass added structural corrosion at the nearside rear sill, front brake pads wearing thin, pitted front brake discs, and further brake pipe corrosion advisories, while earlier tests in 2021 and 2022 already recorded grease-covered rear brake pipes and inner-edge rear tyre wear. The cumulative picture is one of advancing underbody and structural corrosion rather than isolated wear items. With 190,796 miles recorded over sixteen years, the annual accumulation rate sits at roughly 11,925 miles, which is broadly typical for the age of the vehicle. There are no extended gaps in the testing record, with annual examinations stretching back continuously to 2021, indicating regular use rather than long periods off the road. The mileage progression, combined with the age, places considerable cumulative demand on the braking system, suspension consumables, exhaust components, and structural steelwork, all of which align with the pattern of advisories observed. The fact that annual mileage is neither unusually low nor exceptionally high means the wear items flagged are consistent with steady, normal usage of a small city car approaching the end of its typical working life, rather than the result of any particular usage anomaly. Given the recurring advisories, a prospective buyer should focus heavily on underbody condition, particularly around the rear axle mounting points, the nearside rear sill area, and the front suspension. On a test drive, listen for clonks or knocking from the front end over speed bumps and uneven surfaces, which could indicate the perished ball joint dust covers have allowed dirt ingress and accelerated wear in the lower suspension arms. Pay close attention to exhaust noises during cold start and at idle, as the 2025 failure cited a major central exhaust gas leak, and any new whistling, hissing, or tapping from beneath the central tunnel area warrants inspection of the exhaust system. Steering should be checked for vagueness or uneven self-centring, which could point to worn suspension bushes or corroded shock absorber mountings affecting damping performance. The braking system requires particular scrutiny due to the repeated advisories on pitted front discs, thinning brake pads, and corroded rear brake pipes. During a test drive, feel for any judder through the brake pedal, which would suggest the front discs require replacement, and listen for grinding or squealing from the front wheels under light braking. Inspect the rear brake pipes along the underbody and near the flexible hoses for any active corrosion weeping through the grease coating previously noted, as brake pipe corrosion is a recurring theme across several tests and could become a more serious safety concern at future examinations. The nearside outer sill area, previously flagged for a major seat belt anchorage defect, should be carefully inspected for rust perforation or significant metal loss, as this is a structural integrity concern directly affecting occupant safety. Finally, verify the headlamp alignment on both sides, since incorrect positioning was recorded on the offside front, and check the nearside registration plate lamp for full illumination to avoid the minor defect noted on multiple tests.