2018 Peugeot Horizon 1.6L Diesel · SF18 KBK

The 2018 Peugeot Horizon has demonstrated a stable roadworthiness trend over the past three MOT cycles, with the most recent test on 1 July 2025 at 16,867 miles resulting in a clean pass. There are no recorded defects or advisories in any of the five tests spanning June 2023 to July 2025, suggesting the vehicle has avoided major mechanical failures or structural issues during this period. The absence of repeated faults—particularly on critical systems like brakes, suspension, or emissions—implies that previous owners have maintained the car at a basic level, though the lack of advisories does not guarantee hidden wear. The most recent MOT was conducted just over a year ago, which is within the acceptable window for a vehicle of this age, though a pre-purchase inspection remains essential to verify current condition. The recorded mileage of 16,867 miles over eight years—approximately 2,108 miles annually—is unusually low for a vehicle of this age, indicating either minimal use or prolonged periods of inactivity. The gap between tests is consistent, with roughly 2,000 miles logged between each MOT, yet the repeated failures on consecutive days in June 2023 and June 2024 (both at 12,560 and 14,649 miles respectively) suggest the vehicle was likely stationary for extended periods before each test. This pattern could imply deferred maintenance rather than active driving. The lack of advisories during these near-simultaneous failures further suggests the issues were minor or easily rectified, but it does not rule out deferred servicing of consumables like fluids or filters. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an inspection of suspension components—particularly rear suspension bushes and coil springs—due to the vehicle’s age and low mileage, which can accelerate wear from prolonged static loading. The brakes, while not explicitly failed, warrant scrutiny for uneven wear or binding calipers, especially if the vehicle has spent periods off the road. Tyre condition should be verified, as the repeated failures on consecutive days in 2023 and 2024 may hint at neglect in this area. Structural integrity, particularly around wheel arches and sills, should also be checked for corrosion, as low mileage does not preclude rust development in exposed areas. Engine bay fluids—oil, coolant, and brake fluid—should be inspected for degradation or contamination, as deferred servicing could have allowed sludge or moisture ingress.