2010 Peugeot Bipper 1.4L Diesel · YB10 GCK

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT in March 2026 at 174,438 miles with no recorded defects. However, the maintenance trend shows a period of instability following a significant failure in April 2025. While the latest test suggests a clean bill, the preceding history reveals a pattern of mechanical wear and component neglect that was only addressed after the vehicle failed, indicating that the owner tends to be reactive to MOT requirements rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 174,438 miles over sixteen years, the Peugeot Bipper averages approximately 10,900 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for a small hatchback. The record shows steady mileage accumulation, with roughly 9,000 miles covered between January 2023 and January 2024, and another 6,800 miles in the year leading up to the 2025 failure. This consistent use suggests the vehicle operates regularly, which explains the accelerated wear on rubber components and braking hardware. A physical inspection must focus on the front-end suspension and steering assembly. The 2025 failure flagged offside play in the steering rack inner joints, excessive wear on the lower suspension arm bush, and a worn Macpherson strut top bearing. While these were supposedly rectified, the high-mileage nature of the car means adjacent components are likely nearing failure. Check for steering precision and knocks over irregularities. Additionally, the front brake discs were noted as pitted and scored in 2025; these should be inspected to ensure they were replaced and not merely cleaned or ignored. The record also highlights a persistent oil leak noted in both 2023 and 2025. Although the tester classified this as not excessive, a buyer should closely inspect the engine bay and sump area to determine if the leak is a minor seep or a developing seal failure. Given the history of worn tyres reaching legal limits and inoperative wipers, the current state of all consumables should be verified to ensure the previous owner not once again neglected basic upkeep since the March 2026 test.