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2008 Peugeot 207 1.6L Petrol · PL57 GXV

PL57 GXV

2008 Peugeot 207 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 04/02/2008. Recorded mileage 69,942 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
PEUGEOT 207
Year / Origin
2008 · Preston
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 08/06/2024
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
69,942 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 08/06/2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2008
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The 2008 Peugeot 207 has a recent MOT failure on 2024-06-13 at 69,942 miles, with no defects recorded. This is the most recent entry, but no subsequent MOT results are provided to assess improvements or further issues. The vehicle’s MOT history shows a pattern of repeated failures and passes around the same mileage, including a 2023-06-10 failure and a 2022-06-01 failure, all without recorded defects. This suggests potential recurring issues that may not have been fully resolved or documented. The vehicle’s mileage of 69,942 miles is very low for its age (18 years), averaging about 3,886 miles per year. This could indicate light use or periods of inactivity, which might lead to wear on components like rubber parts, corrosion, or fluid degradation. However, the low mileage does not necessarily guarantee mechanical soundness, as prolonged inactivity can cause issues unrelated to typical wear. The MOT history shows no clear trend of worsening or improvement. The absence of defects in failed tests is unusual and may reflect incomplete inspections or the failure being due to minor issues not classified as defects. However, the repeated failures raise concerns about the vehicle’s reliability and the effectiveness of previous repairs.

PL57 GXV Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT failed on 13/06/2024
  • 69,942 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 3 historical MOT failures
  • 11 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring tyres items (10 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
30
/ 100 · Poor
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✗ Poor MOT pass rate (40%)
! Older vehicle
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Reliability & Known Issues

Known faults for Peugeot 207

Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.

PL57 GXV Mileage History

  1. 01/06/202253,746 mi
  2. 06/06/202252,758 mi-988 mi
  3. 10/06/202362,264 mi+9,506 mi
  4. 10/06/202362,264 mi
  5. 13/06/202469,942 mi+7,678 mi

Average of roughly 7,962 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

PL57 GXV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Sept 2026, 14:00
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Peugeot 207 (PL57 GXV) between June 2022 and June 2024.

The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.

The most recent test on 13 June 2024 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (10 issues), Suspension (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 22 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))”; “Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))”.

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