2016 CITROEN C4 GRAND PICASSO1.6L Diesel

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent MOT test in July 2025 at 56,388 miles was a pass, it followed a failure involving multiple mechanical and safety defects. The recurrence of issues across the 2024 and 2025 tests suggests that components are only addressed once they reach the point of legal failure, rather than being replaced during routine service intervals. At 56,388 miles over ten years, this Citroen has clocked low annual mileage, averaging approximately 5,600 miles per year. This low usage explains the minimal wear on certain components, but it also highlights age-related degradation. Between the 2023 test at 40,921 miles and the July 2024 test at 48,193 miles, the vehicle covered over 7,000 miles in a year, showing a slight spike in use that coincided with several wear-related rubber and lighting components failing despite the low total mileage. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the drivetrain and suspension systems. The record shows the nearside front outer drive shaft constant velocity boot failed in 2024 and remained a concern into 2025, indicating a potential risk of premature joint failure if not properly replaced and replaced. Furthermore, the offside rear service brake binding and the thin pads noted in July 2025 suggest the caliper may be sticking or seizing, which can lead to uneven pad wear and reduced efficiency. Rubber-based components show signs of deterioration due to the vehicle's age and low use. The records from 2024 and 2025 both flagged the nearside rear tyre for cracking and perishing, a classic sign of dry rot in vehicles that sit. The oil leak noted in the July 2025 test also requires a physical check to determine if it is a minor seep or a more significant leak that could affect engine health over time.