2009 Peugeot 4007 2.2L Diesel · YY59 FUH

Front‑suspension fragility dominates the MOT record of this 2009 Peugeot 4007, with a fractured off‑side front coil spring recorded as a major failure in September 2024 and recurring corrosion advisories on both rear coil springs and a near‑side track‑rod ball joint failure in 2023. The most recent test in January 2026 was passed, yet it still listed advisories for a front‑exhaust leak, a minor front‑oil seep, rear sub‑frame corrosion and a near‑side rear tyre sidewall condition, indicating that the underlying suspension and structural concerns have not been fully resolved. At 134,233 miles the vehicle averages roughly 7,900 miles per year, a figure that sits within normal usage for a seventeen‑year‑old car and suggests no extreme mileage spikes. The MOT history shows a gap between 2020 and 2022, but otherwise the testing cadence is regular, meaning the recorded wear reflects steady, long‑term operation rather than a period of intense short‑term use. The mileage combined with the documented suspension and sub‑frame issues points to cumulative stress on the chassis and bushings, which is typical for a vehicle of this age and mileage. Prospective buyers should give the suspension a thorough road‑test. Listen for clunks or knocks when traversing bumps, feel for excessive bounce or a sagging ride height, and check for any steering pull to the left or right that could signal the near‑side track‑rod ball joint or the corroded rear coil springs. An inspection of the off‑side front coil spring and its mounting points is essential, as a fracture there previously caused a test failure; the accompanying light oil mist on the off‑side front shock absorber also warrants a visual check for leaking seals. Any indication of uneven tyre wear or a loose feeling in the rear could be traced back to the corroded rear coil springs and the rear sub‑frame corrosion noted in the latest advisory. The remaining advisories require focused checks but are less likely to cause an immediate safety issue. Verify that the front‑exhaust leak does not produce audible hissing or visible soot around the rear of the vehicle, and inspect the engine bay for fresh oil stains that would confirm the front‑oil leak. Examine the near‑side rear tyre sidewall for cracking or perishing, and ensure the tyre pressure holds steady. Confirm that the rear fog lamp illuminates correctly, as it failed a test in 2022, and replace the defective front wiper blade and cloudy headlamp lenses to avoid future MOT non‑compliance. Finally, a visual survey of the rear sub‑frame for rust progression will help gauge whether the corrosion noted in 2026 is superficial or beginning to affect structural integrity.