2009 Peugeot 107 1.0L Petrol · ST58 PDU

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2009 Peugeot 107 took place on 13 December 2021 and resulted in a PASS, with no defects, advisories, or failure points recorded at that examination. Notably, this pass came only three days after a prior test on 10 December 2021 which resulted in a FAIL, although again no specific defects were logged against that failure in the records provided. The absence of recorded defects on either entry makes it difficult to draw firm conclusions about the underlying mechanical trend; it is plausible the vehicle was presented in an unready state on the first attempt (for instance, with an illuminated dashboard warning lamp or missing emissions readiness) and was simply retested shortly afterwards. With no advisories captured, there is no formal DVSA evidence of developing wear items, and the maintenance trend should therefore be regarded as administratively stable, though the sparsity of documented information warrants direct physical verification. The recorded mileage of 72,585 miles on a vehicle of approximately 17 years equates to an average annual usage of around 4,270 miles, which is considerably below the typical mileage band for a city-focused supermini such as the Peugeot 107. Such low annual mileage suggests one of two usage profiles: either genuinely light running primarily comprising short journeys, or extended periods of standing between uses, and quite possibly a combination of both. Short journeys are particularly unfavourable for the 1.0 litre three-cylinder petrol engine, as they prevent the oil from reaching full operating temperature, allowing moisture and fuel to accumulate in the lubricant and promoting premature engine wear. Conversely, prolonged standing can cause its own set of issues including seized brake calipers, deteriorated coolant and brake fluid, perished rubber components, and a chronically undercharged 12V battery. Any extended gaps between MOT entries or service stamps should be questioned directly with the vendor. Given the low recorded mileage and the vehicle's age, particular attention should be paid to age-related degradation rather than purely distance-based wear. The tyres should be examined closely for sidewall perishing and cracking, as rubber compounds harden and deteriorate with calendar age regardless of tread depth, and any tyres over five or six years old should be replaced as a matter of safety even if legal tread remains. The braking system should be inspected for corrosion on the discs, particularly around the outer edges and inner faces, and the caliper slide pins and pistons should be checked for seizing, which is common on vehicles that have stood for long periods and will manifest as dragging brakes, uneven pad wear, or pulling to one side under braking. A thorough test drive should include several firm stops from speed to confirm straight-line stability and the absence of shudder, and the footbrake should be held firmly for a minute or two to ensure the pedal does not creep toward the floor. The fluid services on this vehicle are overdue on a time basis regardless of mileage, and the engine coolant, brake fluid, and gearbox oil (where applicable to the automated manual or manual transmission) should all be treated as due for renewal. Brake fluid is hygroscopic and absorbs moisture over time, significantly reducing its boiling point and potentially compromising stopping performance under sustained or repeated heavy braking. The 12V battery is another priority item; given the vehicle's age, the original unit has almost certainly been replaced at least once, but its current state of charge and cranking performance should be verified, particularly if the car has been standing. Underbonn checks should look for evidence of oil weeping from the engine and gearbox, condition of the coolant hoses and drive belts, and any corrosion around the battery tray. Finally, the exhaust system should be inspected for internal corrosion and mounting deterioration, the suspension bushes and coil springs checked for cracking or sagging, and the service book cross-referenced against the mileage to ensure routine items such as spark plugs, cambelt (if fitted to this engine variant), and oil changes have been completed at appropriate intervals for a vehicle now entering its eighteenth year.