2012 Peugeot RCZ 1.6L Petrol · RG60 AJG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the most recent MOT history indicates a decline in maintenance standards or potential neglect. While it passed the test on 23 August 2025 at 28,220 miles, it had failed just four days prior at 28,217 miles. This failure revealed an inoperative engine management indicator light and lagging service brakes alongside worn brake discs. The trend suggests that repairs are only addressed when forced by a failure rather than through a preventative schedule. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,016 miles per year. Data shows a significant gap in usage between June 2023 and August 2025, where the car covered only 1,386 miles over two years. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, it often leads to the degradation of rubber components. The pitted and scored brake discs noted in the 2025 test are a direct consequence of the vehicle standing for long periods, allowing corrosion to surface the surfaces. A buyer must scrutinise the braking system, as the tester flagged pitting and scoring on both front and rear discs during the 2025 inspection. The lagging brake operation reported in the failure suggests seized calipers or perished seals due to lack of use. Additionally, the inoperative engine management light requires a diagnostic scan to ensure the fault was not simply cleared or bypassed without resolving the underlying sensor or ECU issue. Given the low-use pattern, a thorough inspection of suspension bushes, perished tyres, and fluid condition is essential to identify age-related decay that mileage alone does not capture.