2004 Peugeot Partner 2.0L Diesel · OV54 RKA

The most recent MOT, carried out on 12 August 2026, was a pass, albeit with three advisories concerning the rear registration plate, corrosion on an off‑side rear suspension component and a damaged nearside non‑obligatory mirror. Over the last two years the vehicle has moved from a series of failures – notably a serious front‑brake pad thickness issue in 2024 and multiple door‑operation and seat‑back faults in 2022 – to a pattern of passes with only non‑critical advisories. This suggests that the current owner has addressed the major safety defects, but the persistence of corrosion‑related notes and worn suspension linkages indicates that the underlying maintenance trend is only marginally stabilising and will require continued attention. With 106 073 mi recorded on a 2004 model, the average annual mileage works out at roughly 4 800 mi, well below the typical 10‑12 000 mi per year for a vehicle of this age. Such low utilisation often points to periods of extended standby, which can accelerate rubber hardening, battery sulphation and corrosion of steel components, especially in a van that may have been used for occasional commercial duties. The modest mileage means that wear on engine internals and drivetrain parts is likely to be less severe than on a high‑kilometre example, but the calendar age will dominate the condition of seals, hoses, tyres and the under‑body. A prospective buyer should give particular focus to the rear suspension and anti‑roll‑bar linkage assemblies that have been flagged repeatedly for corrosion and excessive wear. On a test drive listen for clunking or a loose feel when traversing bumps, and check that the steering remains tight without play. The front brake pads were recorded at less than 1.5 mm in 2024; verify current pad thickness and inspect the discs for scoring or excessive pitting, as insufficient friction will manifest as brake shudder or increased stopping distances. The wipers failed to clear the screen effectively in 2025, so confirm that both blades now make full contact and that the motor operates smoothly, especially in wet conditions. Verify that the horn functions, the rear registration‑plate lamp illuminates, and that all doors open freely from the outside; any sticking door or unsecured rear seat backrest will be a safety and legal concern. Finally, examine the tyre sidewalls for cracking, dry‑rot or age‑related hardening (the tyre DOT code should be no more than six years old), and assess the battery voltage and cranking performance, as a long‑standing idle period often leaves the battery weak. Given the vehicle’s age and the recurring corrosion advisories, a thorough under‑body inspection is advisable to spot any hidden rust on the rear sub‑frame, beam axle and coil‑spring mounting points. Replace any compromised suspension bushes, anti‑roll‑bar ball joints and worn wheel bearings before committing to purchase. It would also be prudent to have the cooling system, brake fluid and gearbox oil refreshed, as fluids degrade with time even in the absence of high mileage. Addressing these items now will mitigate the risk of sudden failures and bring the van back to a reliable, road‑worthy condition.