2010 Peugeot 107 1.0L Petrol · YP10 MBY

Chronic rear brake pipe corrosion dominates the mechanical picture on this 2010 Peugeot 107, with the same advisories for both nearside and offside rear brake pipes appearing in 2021, 2022 (on both the pass and fail tests), and 2023 (again on both the pass and the fail). While these were recorded as advisories rather than failures, a persistent advisory on the same component across four consecutive test dates indicates ongoing external surface corrosion of the hydraulic line, which on a vehicle of this age and mileage warrants close physical inspection for pitting, rust bubbling through the protective coating, and any flaking that could compromise the line wall. The most recent MOT on 29 August 2024 returned a pass with only a minor windscreen damage item, but the test did not erase the corrosion trend from prior years; the lines should be examined for active rust, brake pedal feel under firm application, and any seepage at the rear axle connections. The earlier failures add further context: a dangerous nearside front tyre structure failure in June 2023, a nearside headlamp dipped beam defect plus inoperative registration plate lamp in June 2022, and a cluster of front and rear offside direction indicator failures alongside an airbag warning lamp fault in May 2020. Two of the four recorded failures involved lighting, which on a 107 of this age is commonly a failing bulb holder or connector but can also indicate loom chafing, while the airbag warning lamp fault is a notable electronic item that should be interrogated for any stored diagnostic trouble codes. The recorded mileage of 127,659 across approximately sixteen years equates to an annual accumulation of roughly 7,980 miles, which sits broadly in line with typical usage for a city-oriented Peugeot 107 of this generation. There are no extended gaps in testing history that would suggest a prolonged period off the road with the accompanying risks of seized brakes, deteriorated fuel, and degraded tyre sidewalls, and the recorded odometer readings between tests do not show any unusual spikes or reductions. Given the vehicle's modest annual mileage, wear on major drivetrain components such as the engine and gearbox is unlikely to be excessive, but the brake, suspension, and underbody components flagged in the advisories still accumulate age-related degradation regardless of mileage covered, particularly corrosion on exposed ferrous parts. For a prospective buyer, the priority pre-purchase actions centre on the items the MOT history has repeatedly flagged. Both rear brake pipes should be inspected with the vehicle raised, looking for raised rust spots, flaking, and any dampness at the unions that could indicate weeping, and the brake pedal should be tested for a firm, high feel during a road test with no sponginess or excessive travel. The front brake discs, which were advised for pitting or scoring in 2021 and 2022, should be checked for a defined lip on the outer edge, any judder felt through the brake pedal or steering during moderate stops, and uneven pad wear. The nearside front tyre that suffered a dangerous structure failure in 2023, and the offside front tyre that was simultaneously close to the legal limit at 2 mm, make a thorough inspection of all four tyres essential, including sidewall bulges, cracking, and uneven shoulder wear, with both front tyres ideally replaced as a matched pair regardless of remaining tread given the history. The 2020 supplementary restraint system warning lamp fault should be verified as resolved by confirming the airbag lamp extinguishes promptly on ignition and that no diagnostic codes are present, as an illuminated or recurring airbag warning can have safety implications. Finally, a walk-around check of all exterior lighting, particularly the offside front and rear direction indicators and the nearside headlamp dipped beam which have previously failed, will confirm current functionality, and a road test should be conducted to listen for any clonks or knocks from the front suspension over speed bumps and on full lock steering, given the typical wear points on the front suspension bushes and anti-roll bar links at this mileage.