2012 Peugeot RCZ 2.0L Diesel · WJ12 XLR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While it passed its latest test on 27 May 2026 at 151,450 miles, this followed a failure just one day prior. That failure highlighted critical safety issues, including tyres with exposed cords and a non-functional nearside headlamp. This pattern suggests the current owner only addresses defects once they result in an MOT failure, rather than performing routine inspections of consumable items. At 151,450 miles over 14 years, the RCZ averages approximately 10,800 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for its age. However, the data shows a significant spike in activity between February 2024 (135,815 miles) and March 2025 (143,527 miles), where over 7,700 miles were covered in just thirteen months. This period of higher use correlates with a surge in mechanical advisories and failures, indicating the vehicle is now reaching a stage where components undergo high-mileage stress. A buyer must scrutinise the suspension and braking assemblies, as these areas show recurring degradation. The record from January 2025 noted four distorted inner road wheels, corroded rear coil springs, and worn shock absorber bushes. By March 2025, the front Macpherson strut top bush and rear shock bushes required further attention. The presence of pitted rear discs in the May 2026 test indicates the braking system is nearing the end of its effective life. Physical inspection should check for continued corrosion on the brake hose ferrules and ensure the previously distorted wheels have been replaced with sound alternatives.