2013 Citroen C3 1.2L Petrol · AY63 EWK

The vehicle presents a stable maintenance profile with an improving trend in recent years. The most recent test on 9 September 2025 at 149,415 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, mirroring a clean result from the previous test in August 2024 at 138,462 miles. This follows a period between 2019 and 2022 where the car showed more frequent minor failures regarding tyres, exhaust mountings, and suspension components. The absence of advisories or defects in the last two annual inspections suggests the vehicle has transitioned into a period of consistent upkeep. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with a typical 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 11,500 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, moving from 100,787 miles in September 2016 to 149,415 miles in September 2025. There are no significant gaps in the testing history or periods of prolonged inactivity that would suggest the car has been sitting idle for extended durations. The gradual increase in mileage supports the likelihood that mechanical wear is distributed naturally across the vehicle's lifespan. A prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on the exhaust system and suspension components. The history shows recurring issues with exhaust mountings and gas leaks in 2019 and 2020, alongside a broken offside rear coil spring in 2016 and corrosion on the same component in 2022. While these issues appear to have been addressed, checking the integrity of the exhaust hangers and the condition of the coil springs remains prudent. Additionally, the repeated instances of tyres being worn close to the legal limit suggest that while the car is currently well-maintained, previous owners occasionally deferred consumable replacements. The CV joint gaiter deterioration noted in 2016 should also be checked to ensure the component was replaced rather than just monitored. Given the high mileage of nearly 150,000 miles, a thorough examination of the drivetrain and suspension bushes is advisable to ensure no further degradation of the steering or ride quality is occurring. The recent clean MOTs are a positive indicator, but the historical pattern of minor component failures necessitates a close look at the underside of the vehicle for any signs of developing corrosion or loose mountings.