2020 Citroen C5 1.2L Petrol · KS20 AAJ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a pass on 8 May 2026 at 49,661 miles. The maintenance trend is concerning as it shows a pattern of neglecting consumables until they reach critical limits. The most recent test flagged both rear tyres as worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edges. This follows a 5 June 2025 advisory to check the rear tyres in six months, suggesting the owner ignored the tester's warning for over a year. The mileage is typical for a six year old car, averaging roughly 8,277 miles per year. The accumulation has remained steady, growing from 35,285 miles in June 2023 to the current 49,661 miles. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden spikes in usage that would indicate commercial use or prolonged periods of standing. A buyer must scrutinize the braking system and drivetrain. The car failed on 5 June 2024 at 42,426 miles due to rear brake pads being less than 1.5mm thick and a severely deteriorated offside front outer CV boot. While these were rectified for the pass on the same day, the simultaneous wear of front pads and pitted rear discs indicates a reactive rather than proactive approach to servicing. The recurring tyre issues across 2023 and 2026 suggest potential alignment problems or poor driving habits, specifically the repeated mention of wear on the edges. An in-person inspection should verify if the CV boot was replaced with a quality part and check the current depth of all four tyres. The history implies a tendency to skip basic upkeep, so a full service record should be requested to ensure oil changes and filter replacements were not also neglected.