2017 Citroen C4 Picasso 1.6L Diesel · AP17 NEN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward developing wear in the running gear. The most recent test in November 2025 at 60,299 miles introduced multiple advisories that were absent in the previous year's clean record. While the car passed, the appearance of worn suspension bushes and anti-roll bar linkages indicates that the vehicle is entering a phase where rubber and joint components require attention after a period of relatively stable operation. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-useage vehicle profile, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per annum. There is a notable increase in usage between August 2022 and November 2025, where the car covered nearly 30,000 miles in just three years. This accelerated use likely contributed to the failure in January 2024 at 41,496 miles, where thin brake pads and a leaking fuel tank were identified. Prior to this period, the vehicle sat for longer intervals, which often leads to degradation of components between inspections. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension geometry to address the extent of the wear on the arm bushes and the anti-roll bar linkage flagged in the 2025 report. The front tyres also showed uneven wear on the edges, which suggests an alignment issue that needs adjustment to prevent premature replacement. Additionally, since the rear brake discs were noted as worn in the latest test, the remaining thickness of the pads and discs should be measured to ensure they do not require immediate replacement in the near future.