2009 Peugeot Partner 1.6L Diesel · SF09 AYK

The vehicle remains currently roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift towards mechanical component degradation as the vehicle ages. The most recent test in April 2023 at 89,594 miles identified specific braking issues, including a corroded offside rear brake pipe and pitted front brake discs. While the vehicle passed after these repairs, these faults indicate that the braking system is entering a stage where components require frequent attention due to age and environmental corrosion rather than high mileage. The mileage profile is notably low for a seventeen-year-old commercial, averaging approximately 5,270 miles per year. There is a significant gap in the data between April 2016 and December 2019, where the vehicle covered only 16,235 miles over three years. Since 2021, the usage has increased slightly, with roughly 7,000 miles covered per year. This low annual mileage often leads to dry rot in rubber components and internal corrosion, which explains the corroded brake pipe found during the last recorded MOT test. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system to ensure the corrosion noted on the rear pipe has not spread further along the lines. The tester also flagged a minor exhaust leak at the tailbox in 2021, which should be checked for structural rust or thinning of the manifold. Given the vehicle's age and low usage, specific attention should also be paid to suspension bushes and tyres, as these parts often perish from age and cracking regardless of the low distance driven.