2014 Citroen C4 1.6L Diesel · CK14 DYC

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive approach to upkeep. The most recent test in November 2025 at 104,799 miles flagged thin rear brake pads, which continues a long-term trend of deferred brake maintenance. While the car passed its 2024 test without defects, the previous failures in September 2024 and 2022 indicate that mechanical issues are often only addressed once they reach the point of legal failure. The mileage accumulation is consistent and typical for a twelve-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,700 miles per year. The record shows steady progress from 45,558 miles in 2017 to over 104,000 miles by late 2025. There are no significant gaps in usage that would suggest long periods of inactivity, though the frequency of failures between 2020 and 2024 suggests a period where basic service items, such as wipers, bulbs, and tyres, were not being monitored between annual inspections. A buyer should closely inspect the suspension and drivetrain components, given the history of a fractured coil spring in 2024 and a split CV boot in 2022. These failures suggest that rubber components and metal springs are reaching the end of their fatigue life without being replaced as a preventative measure. Additionally, the recurring mention of tyres worn on the edge across multiple years points to potential alignment issues or worn shocks that should be verified to prevent premature tyre wear. The braking system requires immediate attention as the tester has flagged thin front pads in 2020, 2022, 2024, and 2025. A physical inspection should check the condition of the brake discs for scoring or uneven wear, as running thin pads often causes damage to the rotors. Given the insecure AdBlue tank mount noted in 2022, a visual check of the exhaust system and mounting brackets is also necessary to ensure no structural corrosion or vibration damage has developed.