2014 Peugeot Independence 2.0L Diesel · SF14 FKS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a consistent pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in March 2026 at 103,057 miles resulted in a failure due to lighting issues and a worn offside front inner tyre. This mirrors a long-term trend where the owner typically only addresses defects after failing an MOT test. While the car has passed its tests, the recurring failures on basic items suggest that routine inspections are neglected. At 103,057 miles over twelve years, the Peugeot has averaged approximately 8,600 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for a small hatchback. The mileage accumulation appears steady, with a 7,200-mile interval recorded between March 2025 and March 2026, and another 5,700 miles between March 2024 and 2025. There is no evidence of long periods of being stationary or excessive mileage, but the consistent use has highlighted standard wear on mechanical components. A buyer should pay close attention to the suspension and steering, as the tester flagged an excessively worn offside front lower suspension arm ball joint in February 2022 at 80,242 miles. While this was repaired, the recurring reports of tyres worn to the legal limit or worn on the edges across multiple years and different wheel positions may indicate persistent alignment issues or worn shocks. A physical inspection should verify that the current set of tyres is not showing the same uneven wear. The electrical system shows signs of age, with repeated failures related to position lamps, headlamps, and registration plate lights across five different years. The history also notes a past engine management light failure in 2023 and damaged seat belt buckles and stalks. The buyer must test all exterior lighting and the integrity of the seat belts to ensure these have been properly rectified, as these have been recurring points of failure for this specific vehicle.