2016 Citroen C4 Picasso 1.2L Petrol · BT66 DVY

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 24 July 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded, which represents the strongest possible current roadworthiness position. Looking back through the recent DVSA history, the trend is broadly stable and reassuring: the car has passed every test since 2023 with clean outcomes, interrupted only by two advisories issued in February 2025. One prior advisory noted worn front lower suspension arm pins or bushes nearside and offside, and the other recorded an offside front inner tyre at approximately 2mm tread depth. The absence of any repeat advisories or failure items in the two tests since suggests these concerns were addressed rather than neglected, and there is no escalating pattern of deterioration across braking, lighting, exhaust, or structural categories. Overall, the maintenance trajectory reads as one of attentive ownership rather than deferral. With a recorded mileage of 64,005 miles over approximately ten years, this C4 Picasso is averaging around 6,400 miles annually, which is consistent with typical mixed private use and suggests the vehicle has been driven regularly rather than left standing for prolonged periods. There are no unusually large gaps between tests that would imply extended storage, nor any rapid mileage accumulation that would point to high-stress usage such as motorway commuting or towing. This level of usage is generally favourable for mechanical longevity, as routine running helps keep seals lubricated, brakes freed off, and the battery exercised. However, lower-than-average annual mileage does not entirely insulate the car from calendar-related degradation, particularly of fluids and rubber components. Given that the MOT record is largely clean and shows only minor, non-recurring advisories, a prospective buyer should focus on age- and mileage-appropriate physical checks rather than chasing specific flagged defects. Tyres should be inspected for sidewall perishing and cracking, which can occur even on lightly used cars once they reach roughly six to seven years of age, and the spare or inflation kit verified as serviceable. Brake discs, particularly at the front, should be examined for corrosion pitting or lipping, as standing periods and light use can lead to surface rust that may cause shudder on initial application. The 12V battery should be load-tested, as a ten-year-old unit is well beyond typical service life and may struggle in colder conditions. Brake fluid and coolant should be assessed against their replacement schedules, as both are time-sensitive regardless of mileage, and the condition of all drive belts, the cambelt or chain service interval, and the automatic or manual transmission fluid should be confirmed against Citroen service schedule documentation. On a test drive, pay particular attention to any remaining feedback from the previously noted front suspension advisories. Listen for clonks or knocking from the front wheels over speed humps, rough surfaces, or when turning at low speed, which would indicate that the worn lower arm pins or bushes have progressed to excessive movement and now require replacement. Uneven or feathered tyre wear, particularly on the inner edges, can corroborate deteriorated suspension geometry. The offside front inner tyre advisory, recorded at 2mm, would by now have been replaced several times over, so verify that current tyres are of matching size and specification, correctly inflated, and have adequate tread across the full width. Additionally, check for any fluid leaks beneath the engine bay, observe for exhaust smoke on start-up, and ensure the electronic stability control and parking brake operate smoothly, as these are common wear items on a Picasso of this age and can otherwise prove expensive to rectify.