2008 Peugeot 107 1.0L Petrol · YY08 DYV

A pattern of persistent advisory items, particularly clustered around the rear suspension mounting areas and rear brake pipework, defines the mechanical trajectory of this 2008 Peugeot 107 and warrants close attention before purchase. The most recent test on 19 January 2026 recorded a pass, but it did so alongside three advisories: corrosion at both offside and nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed areas under the sill, and a corroded offside rear brake pipe along the main run. This builds on a 2025 test cycle that combined a failed outcome for a non-functioning offside front position lamp with advisories for a worn nearside front brake disc and fluctuating nearside front service brake, plus a minor defect for a severely deteriorated nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover. Earlier, a December 2023 pass flagged a nearside front tyre worn close to the legal limit, blue smoke from the exhaust under acceleration, and a minor exhaust gas leak, while a December 2022 advisory noted the nearside front service brake binding slightly. Taken together, the record shows a vehicle that has continued to pass but where the cumulative advisory load has shifted progressively from brake and tyre wear towards underbody corrosion. With 91,372 miles recorded against an 18-year age, the vehicle averages roughly 5,076 miles per year, which is notably low for its age. There is an obvious gap in the recorded testing sequence between December 2022 and December 2023, which may reflect either the vehicle being off the road, a change of keeper, or a missed test cycle, and the absence of further test entries between 2023 and 2025 widens this picture of intermittent use. Low annual mileage of this order generally reduces wear on high-mileage consumables such as the engine internals and clutch, but it increases the risk of corrosion on underbody components, seized brake calipers from infrequent operation, and deterioration of rubber gaiters, bushes, and flexible hoses through age rather than use. The blue smoke advisory from 2023 is particularly relevant in this context, as short journeys and infrequent use can promote condensation and oil contamination in the lubrication system. For a prospective buyer, the priority areas to investigate are the rear underbody structure and brake hydraulic system, given the corrosion advisories flagged on the 2026 test. The offside rear brake pipe and both rear suspension mounting areas under the sill should be inspected closely on a ramp or with the vehicle lifted, looking for advanced surface corrosion, pitting, or any perforation of the brake line that could require replacement before the next test. On a road test, listen for any knocking or clonking from the rear suspension over uneven surfaces, as corroded mounting points can allow component movement, and check for a spongy or long-travel brake pedal which would suggest the corroded pipe is close to failure. The nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover deterioration flagged in 2025 should also be re-examined, since a split boot will allow water and grit ingress and accelerate joint wear; any clunking from the front when turning at low speed or over speed humps would indicate this has progressed. The braking and exhaust observations from earlier tests remain relevant for a test drive assessment. The fluctuating nearside front brake noted in 2025, combined with the disc wear and pitted surface advisory, suggests the caliper or slider mechanism may be sticking intermittently, which can be felt as uneven braking force or pulling to one side under firm pedal application. When the vehicle is driven from cold, particularly on a start-up after the car has stood, watch for blue smoke from the exhaust during initial acceleration, as this would confirm the 2023 observation has not resolved and could indicate valve stem seal wear or oil accumulating in the combustion chambers during periods of inactivity. Finally, check the exhaust system for any ticking that increases with engine speed, which would suggest the minor leak flagged in 2023 has developed, and confirm that all exterior lamps function correctly, given the 2025 failure for a non-working offside front position lamp, as this kind of bulb-related defect can recur intermittently.