2014 CITROEN C41.6L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a reactive pattern rather than proactive care. While it passed its latest test in March 2026 at 85,512 miles, it had failed just one day prior with multiple defects. The most recent failure identified thin front brake pads and a perished offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover. This suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical faults when necessitated by an MOT failure, rather than performing routine preventative maintenance between annual inspections. At 85,512 miles over 12 years, the car averages approximately 7,126 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage for a vehicle of this age. The mileage data shows consistent annual progress, with roughly 7,000 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 7,000 miles between March 2025 and 2026. This regular interval suggests the vehicle has not suffered from long periods of standing, which is generally beneficial for the rubber components and brake-related seals. A buyer should closely inspect the front suspension assembly, as the record shows recurring issues with the track rod end, anti-roll bar linkage, and brake-related wear components. The 2025 failure for excessive play in the track rod end and the 2026 failure regarding the anti-roll bar linkage indicate that steering and suspension components are reaching their service life. Furthermore, the distorted nearside rear rim noted in 2025 should be checked for structural deformation that could cause vibrations or uneven tyre wear. Given the previous history of low tread depth and perished tyres in 2025, a thorough check of the current tyre set is necessary to ensure no alignment issues are causing premature wear.