2010 Citroen C3 1.6L Diesel · BV60 HPL

The vehicle is currently technically roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of deferred repairs. While the car passed its most recent test in February 2026 at 138,845 miles, it had failed on the same day due to multiple mechanical defects. The trend indicates a reactive approach to maintenance, as faults such as split CV boots and worn suspension bushes are ignored until an MOT failure is triggered. This suggests the owner only addresses the minimum requirements necessary to obtain a certificate rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At a recorded 138,845 miles over 16 years, the vehicle averages approximately 8,600 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for a small hatchback. The mileage accumulation shows steady progress, with roughly 5,400 miles covered between February 2024 and January 2025, and another 6,200 miles covered between January 2025 and February 2026. This consistent use suggests the vehicle is not sitting idle, but the age of the rubber and metal components remains a factor in degradation. A buyer must closely inspect the front suspension and drivetrain, as the offside front suspension arm bushes and CV boot have repeatedly appeared as recurring issues across multiple years. The braking system is in a state of significant wear, with thin pads and worn discs flagged in the February 2026 test following reports of binding calipers and pitted discs in previous years. Furthermore, the 2024 advisory regarding corrosion on the rear axle beam requires a thorough physical inspection to ensure that surface rust has not progressed into a structural failure. The recent report of three tyres being near the legal limit in the latest test also indicates that immediate expenditure on consumables is likely required.