2013 Peugeot 107 1.0L Petrol · VO63 BVM

A recurring exhaust integrity issue defines the mechanical story of this 2013 Peugeot 107, with the most recent test on 25 November 2025 passing only after an advisory was raised for a minor gas leak at both rear exhaust clamps, mirroring a similar advisory noted exactly one year earlier. The pattern becomes more significant when viewed alongside the 20 November 2023 test, where the vehicle initially failed due to a major rear exhaust leak that the examiner judged likely to affect exhaust emissions, before being re-presented the same day and passing cleanly. Taken together, three of the four recorded tests since 2022 have referenced exhaust gas leaks from the rear section, suggesting either an ageing rear silencer and pipe assembly, fatigued joint clamps, or both. The 2022 entry stands out as the only fully clean pass with no advisories recorded, indicating that the deterioration of the exhaust system has been gradual rather than sudden. The rear axle has also begun to show light surface corrosion as flagged in the latest test, which is typical of a thirteen-year-old vehicle but warrants monitoring. The recorded mileage of 72,454 miles across approximately thirteen years equates to an average annual accumulation of around 5,573 miles, which is notably low for the age and segment. This rate suggests either consistent light use or extended periods of inactivity, and either profile carries specific mechanical considerations for a small city car of this generation. Lower annual mileage generally reduces wear on major drivetrain components and brake friction material, but periods of standing can accelerate ageing of rubber items such as suspension bushes, engine and gearbox mountings, and the exhaust hangers and rubber sections that contribute to joint sealing. The absence of MOT tests between late 2022 and late 2023 is consistent with a single annual cycle rather than any extended off-road gap in the recorded history, and there is no sudden mileage jump between consecutive tests to suggest inconsistent or inaccurate recording. For a prospective buyer, the immediate priority is a hands-on inspection of the rear exhaust assembly, particularly the joints at both clamps referenced in the 2025 advisory, where any audible ticking on cold start, visible soot staining around the flanges, or a smell of exhaust gases inside the cabin would indicate that the leak has progressed beyond a minor state. The front offside tyre was flagged in 2024 as worn close to the legal limit and on its edge, which on a front-wheel-drive vehicle of this size can point to slightly misaligned front suspension geometry or worn steering or suspension linkages, so uneven inner or outer shoulder wear on any current tyres should be examined closely. On a test drive, listen for clonks or knocking from the front end over speed humps and uneven surfaces, which can indicate worn anti-roll bar links, wishbone bushes, or drop links, and pay particular attention to any pulling to one side under braking, which would warrant inspection of the caliper sliders and brake pipe condition. Light corrosion noted on the rear axle should be checked visually for any scaling, pitting, or flaking that could progress toward structural concerns, especially around mounting points and brake pipe runs where trapped moisture accelerates rust. Finally, although the vehicle has passed each of its tests since the single 2023 failure, the chronic nature of the exhaust advisories means that budgeting for a rear exhaust section replacement within the next service interval would be prudent. Confirm that the most recent advisory items have been physically inspected and rectified rather than simply left to deteriorate, and verify the condition of all rubber exhaust mounting hangers and the integrity of the centre and rear sections under the car on a ramp if possible. Given the low annual mileage, also check that the car is started and driven regularly, as prolonged standing periods can degrade fuel system components, battery condition, and the sealing effectiveness of older exhaust joints, all of which are consistent with the advisories already on file. A careful road test on a route that includes urban low-speed manoeuvres, a section of dual carriageway, and some uneven B-road surfaces will reveal any underlying suspension or exhaust concerns that a stationary inspection cannot.