2018 CITROEN C3 AIRCROSS1.2L Petrol

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a recent shift toward reactive rather than proactive care. In the most recent test in July 2025 at 34,523 miles, the tester flagged thin rear brake pads and front tyres reaching the legal tread limit. These defects indicate that while the vehicle passes the MOT standard, basic consumable items are now being addressed only when they approach the point of failure. The mileage profile is notably low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,300 miles per annum. There is a significant gap of nearly 8,000 miles between July 2023 and July 2025, contrasted with the 4,000-mile interval in the preceding two years. This low-usage pattern, combined with the 2022 advisory at 19,961 miles regarding perishing and cracking on rear tyres, is a classic indicator of a car that sits for long periods, where rubber degrades due to age regardless of tread depth. A buyer should personally inspect the current tyres for sidewall cracking and uneven wear, as the history suggests the vehicle is prone to age-related rubber degradation. The thin rear brake pads noted in 2025 necessitate a thorough check of the braking system to ensure no calipers have seized from periods of disuse. Given the low mileage, the inspection should also target suspension bushes and exhaust components for corrosion, which can occur when a vehicle is frequently stationary.