2018 Citroen C3 Aircross 1.2L Petrol · CX18 OUG

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows the beginning of mechanical wear that requires proactive attention. The most recent test in September 2025 at 56,263 miles introduced an advisory for slight play in the nearside front outer track rod end ball joint. This follows a recurring advisory for a non-excessive front oil leak which first appeared during the August 2024 test at 47,970 miles. The mileage pattern is consistent with an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between September 2021 and January 2023, where the car covered only 335 miles over sixteen months. Since the January 2023 test, the vehicle has seen more regular use, covering nearly 20,000 miles in two years. This shift from long periods of standing to active driving often explains the sudden appearance of wear on rubberized components and engine seals. A buyer should conduct a physical inspection of the engine bay to determine the source of the persistent oil leak, as it was marked as not excessive in 2024 and 2025. The track rod end play on the nearside front requires monitoring or imminent replacement to prevent a future steering instability or uneven tyre wear. While the history shows no structural corrosion or brake failures, the recurring oil leak suggests the vehicle is entering a phase where seals and gaskets are beginning to degrade.