2014 Peugeot Bipper 1.2L Diesel · SC63 MVZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the most recent MOT history indicates a sharp decline in preventative maintenance standards. While the car passed its test in November 2025 at 96,237 miles, it followed a significant failure just one week prior at 96,225 miles. This failure revealed multiple critical mechanical and safety defects that were addressed rapidly to secure the pass, suggesting a reactive maintenance approach where the owner only repairs faults when forced by the testing process rather than performing routine inspections. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,000 miles per year. The data shows a period of stability between 2022 and 2024, where the car passed without recorded defects over 20,000 miles. However, the vehicle has covered nearly 30,000 miles between October 2024 and November 2025. This recent surge in usage correlates with the sudden appearance of major component failures, including the drive shaft and suspension ball joint, which were not noted in previous tests. A buyer must inspect the front suspension geometry thoroughly, as the tester previously flagged the offside ball joint as likely to become detached and noted a notchy top mount. The broken centre bearing mount on the offside drive shaft is a serious mechanical concern that should be verified for vibration or further wear. Additionally, the bent radiator mounting remains a structural oddity that could lead to cooling issues or impact damage under stress. The presence of exposed cords on a tyre in the November 2025 failure indicates that basic consumable upkeep was neglected until it reached a point of total failure.