2008 Citroen C4 1.8L Petrol · BK58 UTB

The 2008 Citroen C4 presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 11 September 2025 at 116,519 miles. The preceding test on 10 September 2025 at the identical recorded mileage failed on a cluster of braking and lighting defects, including a parking brake efficiency shortfall, a non-functioning offside headlamp on dipped beam, and damaged nearside and offside rear brake cables. The fact that all these items were rectified within 24 hours for a retest suggests a targeted repair rather than a systemic neglect. The recurring advisory for a slightly damaged offside obligatory mirror, present in three of the last four tests, is a minor cosmetic irritant rather than a structural or mechanical risk. The mileage accumulation of roughly 6,473 miles per year over 18 years is entirely typical for this age of vehicle. The record shows a steady and consistent climb from 103,490 miles in August 2022 to 116,519 miles by September 2025, with no anomalous gaps or sudden jumps that would indicate long periods of standing or a recent odometer anomaly. The 2023 and 2022 tests were completely clean, indicating a period of sound upkeep before the 2025 braking faults emerged. A buyer should focus the in-person inspection on the rear braking system and the vehicle's underside. The 2025 failure for damaged rear brake cables, combined with the advisory for a worn nearside rear tyre and an under-inflated offside rear tyre, points to a pattern of neglect on that axle. Inspect the rear calipers for signs of binding, check the handbrake cables for corrosion or fraying along their run, and examine the rear brake discs and pads for uneven wear. The nearside rear tyre worn on its edge is a classic indicator of a tracking or suspension geometry issue, so the condition of the rear suspension bushes, trailing arm attachments, and coil springs should be thoroughly checked for play or corrosion. Finally, verify the structural integrity of the sills, subframes, and load-bearing areas for corrosion, as these are common failure points on ageing Citroens.