2010 Citroen C4 1.6L Diesel · CX10 UBD

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a clear trend of deteriorating maintenance rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in January 2025 at 100,413 miles resulted in a failure, the sheer volume of defects recorded suggests a reactive approach to repairs. The transition from a pass in early 2023 to multiple failures in 2024 and early 2025 indicates that significant mechanical issues were ignored or deferred until they reached a legal failure threshold. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 16-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,300 miles per year. Between January 2023 at 97,434 miles and January 2025 at 100,413 miles, the car covered only 2,979 miles over two years. This low annual usage explains the perishing of rubber components, such as the cracking noted on all tyres in 2025, as vehicles that sit for long periods suffer from age-related degradation rather than mileage-related wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the steering and suspension assemblies. The record shows recurring issues with the steering rack inner joints and track rod ends, alongside worn suspension arm bushes and a fractured coil spring in early 2024. The presence of a corroded clutch slave cylinder pipe and a persistent, though non-excessive, oil leak noted since at least 2024 suggests that engine-related fluid leaks are not receiving the necessary preventative attention. The braking system and electronics also require immediate scrutiny. The tester flagged a binding offside rear brake and a pitted nearside rear disc in the 2025 test, following an ABS fault lamp recorded in 2024. Given the state of the tyres and the deteriorating nature of the mechanical components, the vehicle likely requires significant investment in consumables and safety components to be considered reliable for long-term use.