2009 Citroen C6 2.7L Diesel · PJZ 1011

The 2009 Citroen C6 shows a pattern of reactive maintenance, where faults are only addressed following an MOT failure. The most recent test on 31 March 2026 at 118,177 miles passed, but only after a failure just four days prior. That failure highlighted critical safety issues, including both front tyres with exposed ply or cords and a damaged offside front prop shaft CV boot. The tester also noted wear on both nearside and offside front suspension arm pins or bushes. While these were rectified for the pass, the recurring nature of suspension wear suggests the components are reaching the end of their service life. The vehicle has covered 118,177 miles over 17 years, averaging approximately 6,950 miles per year. This low mileage is consistent with a vehicle of its age, yet the service history reveals a persistent oil leak that has been noted in every test from 2023 through 2025. Although the tester consistently described this as not excessive, its presence indicates an ongoing sealing issue that requires monitoring. Additionally, a coolant leak was recorded in March 2024, which may have been addressed given the subsequent pass. The mechanical history indicates frequent issues with the suspension and steering components. Anti-roll bar linkage ball joints were flagged with play repeatedly between 2023 and 2025, and play in the steering rack inner joints was noted in 2023. The repeated failures for non-working direction indicators and worn tyres suggest a lack of proactive preventative maintenance, with parts often being allowed to run until they become a legal failure. A buyer should thoroughly inspect the front suspension assembly and steering system for further degradation, as the record shows a clear trend of deteriorating components in these areas.