2018 Citroen C3 1.2L Petrol · CV18 YHD

The 2018 Citroen C3 presents a stable and improving maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 21 November 2025 at 18,687 miles. No defects were recorded during this most recent assessment, indicating the vehicle currently meets all required safety and emissions standards. The MOT history demonstrates consistent compliance, with no recurring mechanical or structural failures across the recorded tests. The vehicle has accumulated 18,687 miles over roughly eight years, averaging approximately 2,336 miles annually. This exceptionally low mileage suggests the car has spent significant periods stationary or used exclusively for short, local journeys. The mileage progression shows steady, minimal accumulation: 6,553 miles by November 2022, 10,829 miles by November 2023, 14,865 miles by November 2024, and 18,687 miles by November 2025. Such low usage can mask typical wear patterns, as components like tyres and brake discs may suffer from age-related deterioration and surface corrosion rather than friction wear. A minor data anomaly appears in the 2024 record, where a failed test and a passed test are both logged on 22 November at 14,865 miles with no defects recorded; this likely represents an aborted initial test followed by an immediate retest rather than a mechanical failure. Given the absence of recorded faults, the primary concern shifts from chronic mechanical failure to the effects of prolonged inactivity and low-speed use. A buyer should inspect the tyre sidewalls for age-related cracking, as the rubber may have perished despite retaining legal tread depth. Brake discs and calipers require close scrutiny for surface corrosion and binding, common issues when a vehicle covers minimal mileage and sits idle. Suspension bushes and coil springs should be checked for deterioration, while the exhaust system warrants inspection for condensation-induced corrosion. The underbody and structural mounting points must be assessed for rust, as short trips prevent the chassis from reaching temperatures high enough to evaporate trapped moisture.