2009 Peugeot 207 1.4L Petrol · SH59 HHZ

The vehicle presents a questionable roadworthiness profile characterized by a persistent pattern of reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. While the most recent test in February 2022 at 56,928 miles was a pass, it followed a significant failure involving a major exhaust leak, a fractured offside front coil spring, and a perished suspension ball joint dust cover. Given that no MOT has been recorded for over four years, the current state of these components is unknown and likely deteriorated due to age-related degradation and neglect. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a seventeen-year-old car, averaging only approximately 3,350 miles per year. This low usage suggests limited mechanical wear on the drivetrain, yet the record shows a concerning gap in data since early 2022. Between 2014 and 2022, the vehicle covered only 20,821 miles, indicating it may have sat stationary for long periods. Such inactivity often leads to the perishability of rubber components, seized brake calipers, and internal corrosion, regardless of the low odometer reading. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection focusing on the suspension and braking systems. Multiple failures regarding fractured coil springs across both axles and binding rear brakes indicate a history of neglecting fundamental underbody components. The recurring mention of an oil leak from the sump between 2021 and 2022 requires a close look for active weeping or signs of a seal failure. Furthermore, the repeated failure of constant velocity joint gaiters and split boots suggests the rubber components are prone to cracking, which will eventually lead to expensive eyesight damage if not replaced immediately.