2014 Peugeot Expert 2.0L Diesel · SF64 FHL

The most recent MOT on 13 April 2026 resulted in a failure because the brake‑pedal anti‑slip provision was missing, a safety‑critical defect under regulation 1.1.2 (c). The test also recorded advisories that both front brake discs were worn, pitted or scored, although not yet weakened to the point of failure. Over the preceding three years the vehicle has accumulated a series of advisory notes – oil leak, rear‑tyre wear approaching the legal limit, anti‑roll‑bar bush wear and a non‑functional engine MIL – interspersed with occasional failures for stop‑lamp and MIL faults. This pattern shows a maintenance trend that is gradually worsening rather than stabilising, with wear items becoming more frequent and a recent safety‑related omission now requiring immediate correction. At 600 000 miles the Expert has logged roughly 50 000 miles each year since its first registration in 2014. Such a high annual mileage suggests a history of heavy or commercial use, which accelerates wear on the engine, transmission, drivetrain bearings, suspension bushings and braking components. The cumulative distance also raises the likelihood of age‑related degradation in rubber parts, seals and electrical connections, even if the vehicle has been regularly serviced. Any prospective buyer should therefore expect that many wear items will be nearing the end of their service life and that the cost of replacement may be significant. When inspecting the vehicle pay particular attention to the front braking system. Measure the disc thickness on both sides and look for deep scoring or heat‑related cracking; a pulsating pedal, shudder at the wheel rim or increased stopping distances would confirm that the discs are approaching the end of their useful life. Verify that the anti‑slip pad on the brake pedal is fitted and intact, as its absence contributed to the latest MOT failure. Examine the anti‑roll‑bar pins and bushes for excessive play or worn splines – a clunk or loose feel when cornering would indicate that the previously noted wear has progressed. The recurring oil leak should be traced to its source, whether a valve‑cover gasket, oil‑pan seal or crankcase breather, and the engine oil level and condition should be checked for contamination or low volume that could affect lubrication. Tyre condition is another priority: the off‑side front and rear tyres were already flagged as close to the legal tread limit, so all four tyres should be measured for tread depth, side‑wall cracking and uneven wear patterns that might reveal mis‑alignment or suspension issues. Inspect the suspension for worn bushings, ball‑joints and shock absorbers, listening for knocks or squeaks over bumps. Given the vehicle’s age, test the 12 V battery voltage and its ability to hold charge, and look for corrosion on the chassis, exhaust and under‑body. Confirm that the engine management light operates correctly and that no fault codes are stored, which would indicate unresolved electronic problems. A thorough service book review, especially evidence of timing‑belt or chain changes and regular oil changes, will help gauge how well the high‑mileage engine has been cared for before committing to purchase.