2008 Peugeot 407 2.2L Diesel · WJ58 UJS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend in reactive rather than proactive repairs. While it passed its most recent test in September 2025 at 106,816 miles, the failure just three miles prior highlighted multiple safety-critical defects. The presence of a split CV boot, play in the front suspension ball joints, and exposed cords on the tyres indicates that components are only addressed once they reach the point of immediate MOT failure rather than being replaced or adjusted during routine service intervals. At 18 years old, the mileage of 106,816 miles represents an average of approximately 5,900 miles per year. This low usage often leads to age-related degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical wear from high-distance driving. Between September 2023 and September 2025, the car covered 10,930 miles, yet the recurring failures regarding lighting and tyres across these years suggest the low-mileage status suggests the vehicle may have sat for long periods or that the owner has neglected basic pre-test checks between annual inspections. A buyer must specifically inspect the front suspension assembly, as the ball joints were flagged with play in 2025 and the offside front drive shaft boot was split. The persistent oil leak noted in every test since 2023 requires a close-up inspection to determine if it is a minor valve cover leak or a more significant engine seal failure that could worsen over time. Furthermore, the history of pitted offside rear brake discs in 2024 and repeated tyre-related failures suggests that the braking system and rubber components should be thoroughly checked for uneven wear or dry cracking.