2006 Peugeot 107 1.0L Petrol · SL06 LDC

The most recent DVSA MOT test on 7 October 2022 resulted in a pass, although the inspector recorded five advisories, indicating that while the vehicle was legally roadworthy at the time, several wear-related items were flagged for attention. Reviewing the broader history, the maintenance trend shows signs of gradual deterioration rather than stability. A clean pass was recorded in 2017 and 2019, but the 2020 test surfaced multiple advisories relating to tyres, front shock absorbers with light oil misting, corroded rear and offside front dampers, and worn front brake discs. The 2021 attempt failed outright due to major defects concerning both track rod ends and a lower ball joint, alongside a defective nearside rear tyre. Although the subsequent re-test later that month passed, an oil leak advisory was noted, and the 2022 test returned with advisories on all four tyres, steering and suspension bushes, anti-roll bar bushes, and corroded rear coil springs. This escalating pattern suggests that the underlying mechanical condition is slowly worsening, and prospective buyers should treat the advisories as a clear roadmap of forthcoming expenditure. The recorded mileage of 94,977 miles over a twenty-year life equates to an average of around 4,750 miles annually, which is considerably below average for a vehicle of this age. Such low usage often reflects a combination of light running and extended periods of standing, both of which carry their own mechanical consequences. Standing causes premature ageing of rubber and polymer components, flat spots and sidewall perishing in tyres, oxidation of brake discs and caliper pistons, and degradation of brake fluid, coolant, and the 12V battery due to calendar ageing rather than mileage accumulation. It is worth questioning whether the recorded mileage accurately reflects use or whether there are significant gaps in the MOT record that suggest the vehicle may have been off-road for long intervals, as the MOT history itself only spans from 2017 to 2022. Any such standing periods would amplify corrosion concerns and accelerate fluid degradation, even if the odometer figure looks reassuringly modest. Given the advisory history, several recurring wear items warrant close physical inspection and a structured test drive. The 2020 advisory for front brake discs worn, pitted, or scored reappeared again in 2018, and although neither entry classified the discs as seriously weakened, scoring and pitting on a 2006 Peugeot 107 typically causes brake shudder under firm pedal application and may necessitate disc replacement at the next service. The 2020 advisory noting light oil misting on the nearside front shock absorber, combined with later advisories on corroded rear coil springs, suggests that the suspension system is reaching an age-related tipping point. On a test drive, listen for clonks or knocking over uneven surfaces, particularly at low speed, and pay attention to any vagueness in directional changes, excessive body roll, or uneven tyre wear on the inside or outside shoulders, all of which would indicate that the bushes, coil springs, or dampers have deteriorated beyond advisory threshold. The most pressing items are the steering and suspension defects flagged in 2021 and 2022, given the safety-critical nature of those components. The failure for track rod ends and a lower ball joint on both sides, followed a year later by advisories for worn front suspension arm pins or bushes and rear anti-roll bar bushes, indicates that steering and suspension wear is an ongoing concern typical of a high-mileage or heavily aged urban runabout. A thorough test should include turning the steering wheel at standstill with the engine running to detect any knocking or slack, checking for uneven or feathered tyre wear, and inspecting the inner CV joint boots and steering rack gaiters for splits. The persistent tyre advisories for perishing and minor cuts across all four wheels are also significant on a car that may stand for prolonged periods, as age-related sidewall cracking can lead to sudden blowouts even when tread depth remains adequate. Finally, verify the timing and stamp history in the service book, examine the exhaust and underbody for the corrosion noted in 2018, test the 12V battery under load, and inspect coolant and brake fluid for age-related degradation, as calendar-based fluid replacement is essential regardless of the modest annual mileage recorded.