2016 Peugeot Horizon 1.6L Diesel · SF66 GHJ

The vehicle remains roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift toward developing mechanical wear as mileage increases. The most recent test in July 2025 at 59,405 miles identified multiple advisories related to front suspension arm bushes and tyre wear. While the car passed, the transition from the clean records of previous years to the presence of worn components indicates that the vehicle is now reaching the end of certain functional life cycles and requires proactive attention. The mileage profile is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. There is a significant jump in usage between March 2022 at 5,123 miles and February 2024 at 36,816 miles, where the car covered over 31,000 miles in just two years. This period of heavy use followed years of very minimal activity, which explains the sudden appearance of wear-related issues such as the corroded rear coil springs noted in the 2024 test. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension closely, as the worn arm bushes flagged in the July 2025 test can lead to steering instability and uneven tyre wear if not replaced. The corrosion on the rear coil springs reported in 2024 should be checked for structural integrity to ensure the rust has not progressed. Furthermore, the advisories regarding the offside front and nearside rear tyres being near the legal limit and showing edge wear suggest a wheel alignment check may be necessary to prevent premature degradation of new rubber.