2009 Peugeot Partner 1.6L Diesel · OV09 EDX

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a trend of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While the Peugeot passed its most recent test in January 2025 at 164,752 miles, it followed a failure just three miles prior due to high exhaust emissions and a binding parking brake caliper. The record shows a recurring pattern where faults are only addressed after a failure, rather than during routine servicing. The persistent presence of oil leaks and deteriorating suspension components suggests the vehicle is being maintained to the minimum standard required to remain legal. At 17 years old, the recorded mileage of 164,752 miles represents an average usage of approximately 9,700 miles per year, which is consistent with typical light commercial or domestic utility use. The data shows steady progression, with roughly 10,000 miles covered between the January 2023 and 2024 tests, and another 10,000 miles between January 2024 and January 2025. This consistent mileage indicates the vehicle has not sat for long periods, which explains the gradual wear on consumables and rubber components noted throughout the history. A buyer must scrutinise the offside front suspension arm ball joint, which has been flagged for play since at least January 2024 without clear evidence of replacement in the latest pass. The braking system shows signs of neglect, moving from binding rear brakes in 2023 to a failing parking brake actuator in early 2025 and pitted, scored front discs by January 2025. Physical inspection should focus on the severity of the persistent oil leak and the condition of the offside rear shock absorber bushes, as the history indicates these areas are beginning to fail simultaneously. The frequent mentions of tyres worn to the legal limit suggest the owner often delays basic maintenance until they are forced to.