2011 Peugeot 107 1.0L Petrol · PBY 572

The vehicle presented passed its most recent MOT test on 19 January 2026, but the inspection recorded three advisories relating to rear suspension and rear brake pipe corrosion, indicating that age-related wear is now becoming evident on the underbody components. Reviewing the broader history, the maintenance trend is broadly stable rather than deteriorating sharply, as the vehicle has passed every test since 2020 without any dangerous or major failures. However, the pattern of advisories has shifted noticeably in the last two cycles from suspension bush wear at the front to corrosion at the rear, which is a typical progression for a fifteen year old car exposed to winter road salt and represents a clear warning that structural and brake line integrity will require close monitoring. The 2021 fail on a headlamp and washer fluid was a minor electrical and fluid top up issue rather than a structural defect, and these have not recurred, suggesting the underlying vehicle remains fundamentally sound but is entering a period where corrosion based advisories will become increasingly common. With 99,321 miles recorded over approximately fifteen years, this Peugeot 107 averages around 6,621 miles per year, which is broadly typical for a small city car of this age and suggests consistent rather than excessive use. The mileage gap between the 2022 and 2024 tests, where no mileage progression is recorded in the data provided, implies a period of potentially lower use or standing time, while the more recent annual tests confirm regular motoring. Crucially, even at this moderate annual mileage, a vehicle of this vintage will have accrued considerable calendar ageing on its rubber, fluids, and electrical systems, all of which degrade with time regardless of distance covered, so the buyer should weight age related deterioration as heavily as the odometer reading. For the prospective buyer, the recurring advisories regarding front lower suspension arm pins and rear bushes warrant particular attention on a test drive. Listen and feel for clonks or knocking from the front when traversing speed bumps or uneven surfaces, as well as vague steering response or uneven front tyre wear, since worn rear bushes on the front arms allow play that affects wheel alignment. The 2026 advisories on the rear beam corrosion and corroded rear brake pipes are more serious, because brake pipe corrosion can ultimately lead to a fluid leak and brake failure; on inspection, look for surface rust, flaking, or bubbling along the brake lines running to the rear axle, and check that the handbrake pulls up firmly without the rear drums dragging or seizing, a common issue on cars that have seen standing periods. On the test drive, the front brake discs have been flagged as pitted or scored across three separate tests, so expect some initial bite sharpness loss or a slight shudder under heavy braking, and budget for disc replacement rather than just pad renewal when servicing the front brakes. Beyond the advisory history, the buyer should conduct several age appropriate physical checks before purchase. Inspect the tyres closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, as tyres fitted for long periods will harden even with adequate tread, and verify the production date code on the sidewall to ensure they are not beyond five years old. Check the 12 volt battery, which on a car of this age will likely be due for replacement, and ensure the engine starts promptly without slow cranking. Inspect the exhaust system around the rear silencer joint, which was flagged for a minor gas leak in 2021, as exhaust corrosion spreads quickly on older vehicles and may now require a replacement section. Verify the timing chain or belt service history according to Peugeot schedule, confirm the condition and date of the engine coolant, brake fluid, and gearbox oil if manual, and examine the deformed nearside sill flagged in 2022 to ensure it has not progressed into a structural concern. Finally, confirm the service book stamps and that the cam belt or chain replacement interval has been respected, as neglect of these items on a high mileage small engine would be far more costly than any of the advisories recorded.