2008 Peugeot 207 1.6L Diesel · SD58 ACV

The most recent MOT on 24 November 2023 at 129 666 miles recorded a comprehensive failure, encompassing the reversing light, front fog light, ABS warning lamp, windscreen washer, rear exhaust insecurity and major leak, rear‑tyre damage, rear‑brake imbalance, binding service brakes, excessive parking‑brake lever movement and a noisy front strut top bearing. This outcome marks a clear deterioration from the pass issued on 6 December 2022 at 124 536 miles, which only carried advisories for front‑tyre wear and strut top bearings. The progression from minor advisories to multiple critical defects demonstrates an unstable maintenance trend, with brake, exhaust and suspension systems showing progressive degradation. Mileage accumulation between the 2021‑11‑30 test (114 575 miles) and the 2022‑12‑06 test (124 536 miles) added roughly 9 961 miles in about twelve months, indicating a period of relatively high utilisation. The subsequent interval to the November 2023 test added only 5 130 miles over eleven months, a sharp reduction that suggests the vehicle was stored or lightly used for a considerable portion of that year. Overall the average annual mileage of about 7 200 miles is typical for an eighteen‑year‑old vehicle, yet the irregular yearly increments point to inconsistent usage patterns. A buyer should prioritise inspecting the rear brake assembly for binding and imbalance, verify the parking‑brake lever adjustment, and examine the rear exhaust for security and any signs of major gas leakage. The front strut top bearings should be checked for noise, while the CV joint boots on both front sides require close scrutiny for deterioration or splits. The ABS warning lamp must be tested, and the operation of reversing, fog and position lamps confirmed. Tyre condition is critical: the rear tyre shows cracking and the front tyres exhibit edge wear, so a thorough tread and sidewall inspection is essential. Finally, look for corrosion around the exhaust housing and any rust on suspension arms, as these components have repeatedly flagged in the MOT history.