2015 Citroen C4 1.6L Diesel · CA15 VPM

The 2015 Citroen C4 presents a mixed maintenance picture. The most recent MOT, dated 7 August 2025 at 177,729 miles, passed with zero defects, which is a positive sign. However, that same day also produced a failed test on the identical mileage, flagging a degraded nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover and rear brake pads wearing thin. This suggests the car was submitted for a retest immediately after remedial work. The overall trend is not clearly improving. Suspension wear and brake deterioration have been recurring themes across multiple years, and while the latest pass indicates those specific items were addressed, the pattern points to a vehicle that requires consistent, ongoing mechanical attention rather than one that has been proactively maintained to a high standard. The recorded mileage of 177,729 miles is high for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging roughly 16,157 miles per year. The MOT history shows a notable gap between August 2023 at 144,396 miles and July 2024 at 160,261 miles, representing approximately 15,865 miles covered in eleven months. This is a period of intense use, and it coincides with a cluster of failures at the July 2024 test, including multiple worn front and rear tyres, worn front brake discs and pads, and deteriorated front suspension bushes. The jump from 160,261 miles in July 2024 to 177,729 miles by August 2025 adds another 17,467 miles in thirteen months, confirming sustained high-mileage driving. The MOT record itself is sparse, with only five entries spanning three years, which limits the ability to track wear progression in detail. A buyer inspecting this vehicle in person should focus on the front suspension lower arm bushes, which were flagged as worn at both the July 2024 and July 2023 tests. Even though the August 2025 pass suggests replacement, the underlying pattern indicates these components wear quickly under the kind of mileage this car covers. Check for play, cracking rubber, and any signs of premature deterioration on the replacement parts. The front brake discs have appeared as worn advisories in three consecutive tests, so inspect disc thickness and condition carefully, particularly for lipping and scoring. The nearside front anti-roll bar linkage dust cover was flagged as no longer sealing against dirt ingress at the most recent failure, meaning the ball joint itself may have been exposed to contamination; examine for roughness or play. Beyond the flagged items, the high annual mileage places additional stress on consumables and structural components. Inspect the rear bumper, which has shown damage in two separate tests, and check whether it has been properly refitted or remains loose. Examine the subframes, suspension mounting points, and exhaust system for corrosion, as high-mileage vehicles driven extensively in UK road conditions are prone to accelerated rust in these areas. Tyre condition and wear patterns also warrant close attention, given the July 2024 failure revealed both a structural cut and uneven edge wear, suggesting possible alignment issues or neglected tyre rotation.