2013 Citroen C4 1.6L Diesel · AX62 BYD

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in March 2026 at 82,860 miles passed, it revealed a severely deteriorated offside front drive shaft CV boot and three tyres worn to the legal limit. This follows a pattern where components are only addressed after failing or receiving significant advisories, suggesting the owner waits for MOT failures to perform repairs rather than servicing wear-related items. At 82,860 miles over 13 years, the Citroen C4 has averaged approximately 6,374 miles per year, which is consistent with typical low-use patterns for its age. The data shows consistent usage between tests, with 5,075 miles covered between March 2024 and March 2025, and another 5,165 miles covered between March 2025 and March 2026. This low annual mileage does not prevent the natural degradation of rubber components and suspension hardware, which appear to be the primary weak points on this vehicle. A buyer must pay close attention to the front suspension, as both the nearside and offside suspension arm bushes were flagged as worn in March 2025. These issues persisted into the following year, indicating significant play that could affect steering precision and handling. Furthermore, the March 2025 failure involving a leaking nearside rear brake caliper and a low fluid reservoir necessitates a thorough check of the entire hydraulic system to ensure the leak was properly rectified and no further weeping exists elsewhere in the lines. The recent failure of the drive shaft CV boot in the 2026 test requires immediate replacement to prevent catastrophic damage to the drive joint itself due to grease loss. Given the recurring issue of tyres reaching the legal limit across three consecutive years, the buyer should budget for a full set of rubber immediately. An inspection should also check for structural corrosion on the sillage and exhaust, as the MOT record does not provide specific data on the integrity of the chassis at this age.