2011 Peugeot RCZ 1.6L Petrol · RK61 PRX

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in May 2026 at 74,420 miles passed but introduced new advisories regarding an offside front tyre worn to the legal limit and a persistent oil leak. While the car passed without defects in 2024, the appearance of failures in 2025 indicates that components are only being addressed once they reach a point of mechanical failure. At fifteen years old, the recorded mileage of 74,420 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per year. The data reveals a notable spike in usage between March 2024 and March 2025, where the vehicle covered over 2,100 miles in a single year. This low-mileage profile often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components regardless of distance, which is evidenced by the cracking and perishing noted on the nearside front and rear tyres during the early March 2025 tests. A buyer must specifically inspect the front oil leak, which has appeared in multiple tests throughout 2025 and 2026. Although the tester described it as not excessive, its persistent nature suggests a slow gasket or seal failure that requires monitoring to prevent catastrophic engine damage. The split offside front CV boot identified in March 2025 has been rectified, but a physical inspection of the remaining driveshaft boots is necessary to ensure no other tears are present. The deterioration of the headlamp lenses and the uneven wear on the offside front tyre suggest the vehicle may have sat for long periods or suffered from alignment issues. The buyer should verify the suspension bushings for perished wear and check the sidewalls for further age cracking. Given the age of the Peugeot RCZ, a thorough check of the structural integrity for corrosion is also vital, as the MOT record focuses primarily on consumable failures rather than long-term material health.