2012 Peugeot Horizon 1.6L Diesel · SF62 GVT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a developing issue with suspension-related components. The most recent test in June 2026 at 63,344 miles passed despite defects for an inoperative nearside rear registration plate lamp and corrosion on the rear coil spring. While the car passed the test, the persistence of the rear coil spring corrosion across the last three years of testing indicates that the owner is opting to monitor the degradation rather than perform proactive preventative replacements. At 14 years old, the recorded 63,344 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. This low-usage pattern is evident between 2015 and 2022, where the vehicle frequently showed no defects at all. However, the mileage accumulation accelerated recently between 2022 and 2026, with nearly 22,000 miles covered in four years. This sudden increase in use correlates with the appearance of recurring mechanical wear, specifically the coil spring failures and tyre wear noted in the later years of the record. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the rear suspension assembly. The history shows a structural failure in July 2023 when the nearside front coil spring fractured, followed by consistent corrosion advisories on both rear springs through 2025 and 2026. You should check for signs of thinning metal or cracking on these springs, as the corrosion is clearly progressing over time. Additionally, the 2025 advisory regarding tyres worn to the legal limit on the edge suggests a potential alignment issue or uneven wear that should be verified to ensure the vehicle is not prematurely wearing out tyres.