2008 Peugeot 107 1.0L Petrol · YS08 TSU

The 2008 Peugeot 107 holds a current MOT valid from 7 May 2026 at 62,147 miles, yet the maintenance trend is clearly worsening rather than stable. The most recent pass came only after a failure on 30 April 2026 at 62,133 miles, where the tester flagged both rear service brakes excessively binding, rear brake imbalance across the axle, all direction indicators non-functional, and a corroded offside rear brake pipe contaminated with grease. That cluster of defects, particularly the binding rear calipers and imbalance, points to a braking system that was not merely worn but actively malfunctioning. The subsequent pass just days later suggests repairs were carried out, but the underlying pattern of recurring brake and tyre issues raises questions about the quality and consistency of that work. At roughly 3,453 miles per year over eighteen years, this is a notably low-mileage vehicle. The MOT record shows a jump of 1,061 miles between April 2024 and April 2025, then only 402 miles over the following twelve months to May 2026, with the mileage appearing to plateau. Such a profile often indicates long periods of inactivity, which can accelerate rubber perishing, brake corrosion, and fluid degradation. The 2025 test recorded zero defects, yet within twelve months the car failed on multiple brake and electrical items, suggesting either a sudden decline or deferred maintenance catching up. The recurring theme across this record is the rear braking system and tyre condition. The offside rear brake pipe was flagged as corroded in both the April 2026 failure and the May 2026 pass, meaning the advisory remained unresolved at the time of the new certificate. Both rear tyres have repeatedly presented as perishing or cracking in 2024 and 2026, a fault pattern consistent with a car that sits stationary for extended periods. A buyer should thoroughly inspect the rear brake lines for corrosion beyond the protective coating, check whether the rear calipers are dragging or overheating after a short drive, and examine the date codes on all four tyres to confirm they are recent and matched. The complete failure of all direction indicators in April 2026 also warrants inspection of the indicator stalk, flasher unit, and rear lamp wiring for moisture ingress or poor repairs.