2012 Citroen C3 1.4L Diesel · HN12 AAK

The 2024‑05‑28 MOT at 68,308 miles recorded a pass, with the off‑side front top suspension bearing noted as worn, an advisory defect that did not prevent a successful outcome. Across the preceding nine years the vehicle has moved from frequent early failures to a largely stable record, with only this single advisory appearing in the most recent test, suggesting that maintenance has become more consistent. The mileage trajectory shows a gradual rise from 23,143 miles in 2015 to 68,308 miles in 2024, averaging about 5,000 miles per year, which is modest for a 14‑year‑old car; however the jump from 55,043 miles in November 2021 to 68,308 miles in May 2024 represents an acceleration of roughly 13,265 miles in just over six months, indicating increased usage in recent years. The two entries on 4 December 2020 at the same mileage suggest a possible duplicate record, and the interval between the 2020 and 2021 tests spans eleven months with a 6,450‑mile increase, further highlighting periods of higher activity. A buyer should therefore inspect the front top suspension bearing for excessive play, examine the condition and damping of both front and rear shock absorbers, assess tyre tread depth and look for edge wear that may signal alignment or bearing issues, verify brake pad thickness and disc condition, confirm that all stop lamps and the registration plate light function correctly, and search for any structural rust or corrosion on the chassis and suspension mounting points.