CITROEN DS42012 · 1.6L DIESEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs regarding suspension and steering components. While it passed the April 2026 test at 114,106 miles, it had failed just four miles prior due to significant mechanical defects. The recent failure noted excessive play in the offside track rod end and a deteriorated front anti-roll bar linkage, which appear to have been addressed. However, a persistent slight seepage from the steering several remains an ongoing concern, indicating a potential future failure of the power steering system. The mileage profile is consistent with a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,150 miles per year. The records show regular annual testing between 2023 and 2026, with a steady increase from 102,562 miles to 114,106 miles over that three-year period. This consistent usage suggests the car has not been stationary for long periods, though the low annual mileage often contributes to the accelerated degradation of rubber-based components and tyres as seen in the noted faults. A buyer must inspect the front suspension closely, as the recurring advisories and failures regarding inner-edge tyre wear suggest underlying alignment issues or worn way bushes. The steering rack requires a thorough visual inspection to ensure the missing mucher and current seepage do not lead to internal pump damage or total rack failure. Additionally, both front tyres were noted at the legal limit during the most recent test with uneven wear patterns, indicating they are due for replacement and that a professional geometry check is necessary to prevent immediate recurrence.