2009 Peugeot Partner 1.6L Diesel · SF09 AYG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a reactive service pattern rather than proactive care. While it passed its latest test in March 2026 at 126,481 miles, the failure just three miles prior highlights multiple critical safety and mechanical lapses. The presence of a supplementary restraint system warning lamp and a split steering rack gaiter indicates significant neglect that was only addressed upon inspection. The trend suggests the owner performs only the minimum repairs necessary to pass the MOT rather than conducting preventative maintenance on aging components. At 17 years old with 126,481 miles, the Peugeot Partner averages approximately 7,440 miles per year, which is consistent with typical light usage for its age. The mileage accumulation is steady, with only 575 miles recorded between March 2025 and March 2026, and 582 miles between 2024 and 2025. However, this low annual mileage appears to contribute to the degradation of rubber components, as evidenced by the recurring failures regarding perishing and cracking tyres across three years of testing. A buyer must focus specifically on the structural integrity of the offside outer sill, where corrosion was flagged in March 2026. Rust in these areas often progresses rapidly on older vans if not treated with steel. The previously noted failure of the steering rack gaiter is a high-priority concern as a split boot allows grit to enter the steering assembly, leading to premature and expensive failure. Additionally, the consistent history of perishing tyres suggests the vehicle likely sits for long periods or uses aged rubber compounds, necessitating a thorough inspection of all rubber elements, including suspension bushes and engine hoses, for further cracking.