2012 Peugeot 207 1.4L Petrol · SW12 KVP

The vehicle presents an inconsistent maintenance history characterized by a pattern of reactive repairs rather than proactive preventative care. In the most recent test in September 2023 at 80,705 miles, the car initially failed due to multiple steering and suspension defects. The tester identified a worn offside front anti-roll bar linkage, play in the nearside front track rod end, and a split nearside front drive shaft boot. While the vehicle passed upon re-test, this cluster of mechanical failures suggests the previous owner only addressed critical components once they reached a point of legal non-compliance. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 80,705 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 5,700 miles. This low usage profile often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components due to age rather than mechanical wear. The record from the October 2022 failure at 71,576 miles supports this observation, flagging a corroded and holed rear exhaust box, along with headlight aim and lighting issues. The presence of exhaust corrosion is a common concern for low-mileage older vehicles as it indicates the system has likely sat exposed to moisture for long periods. The history shows a recurring trend of tyre-related issues, with advisories and failures for low tread depth in 2021 and 2022. Given that the last MOT was conducted nearly two years ago in the current date, a potential buyer must carefully inspect the current state of the rubber boots and suspension bushes, as these were previously identified as failure points. The lack of any recorded advisories in the September 2023 pass is positive, but the age of the vehicle suggests that structural integrity and perished components will now demand immediate attention during the next inspection cycle.