2011 Peugeot 207 1.6L Diesel · WF61 OSL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a persistent failure to address recurring suspension component issues. While the most recent test in December 2025 at 85,552 miles passed, the tester again flagged a corroded rear coil spring and a front tyre worn to the legal limit. This indicates a pattern where the owner performs the minimum repairs necessary to pass the MOT rather than engaging in preventative maintenance, as the spring corrosion has been noted every year since 2022. At 85,552 miles, this 15-year-old Peugeot has covered an average of approximately 5,700 miles per year. The data shows a consistent usage pattern, with roughly 4,000 to 5,000 miles driven between each annual inspection. This low mileage suggests the car has been used for short trips or sat for long periods, which often correlates with the degradation of rubber-based components and the accelerated corrosion of metal surfaces, consistent with the repeated failures of the exhaust system mounts and coil springs seen in the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the rear suspension, as the corrosion on the coil springs has remained an unresolved issue for three years. The tester previously identified defective exhaust mounts in 2022 and insecure exhaust sections in late 2023, suggesting the hangers and brackets are nearing the end of their service life or suffering from structural fatigue. Given the history of thin brake pads in 2022 and worn tyres in 2022 and 2025, the remaining life of all consumables should be carefully measured, as the previous owner appears to replace these parts only once they reach the point of failure.