2012 Peugeot V Clic 0.0L Petrol · WK62 VGA

The vehicle presents a concerning maintenance history characterized by recurring failures related to basic consumables. In the most recent test conducted in March 2025 at 19,632 miles, the Peugeot passed, though the tester identified slight play in the steering bearing. This follows a significant failure in the March 2024 test at 14,703 miles, where the vehicle failed due to a rear tyre incorrectly seated on the rim and a noisy exhaust. The persistence of the exhaust issue across multiple tests suggests a deep-seated mechanical mounting fault that has not been fully addressed despite the passing grade in between. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 19,632 miles represents an average of only roughly 1,400 miles per year. Such low usage often leads to the gradual degradation of rubber-based components and fluid seals rather than mechanical wear. The failure in January 2023 at 14,478 miles highlights this trend, with front tyre tread depth falling below legal limits and the rear brake lever showing insufficient reserve travel. These findings indicate that while the car is driven infrequently, basic upkeep of safety-critical items like tyres has been neglected until the MOT deadline forced action. The mechanical state of the vehicle shows a reactive rather than proactive approach to repairs. The recurring noisy exhaust report and the previous brake-related failure suggest that the owner only addressed faults when they threatened a test failure rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. A buyer should specifically inspect the exhaust system for corrosion or leaks and verify the steering assembly to ensure the reported play is not indicative of wider component failure. Given the low mileage, there is also a risk of seized brake calipers or perished suspension bushes which should be checked during a physical inspection.