2012 Citroen C3 1.4L Petrol · DA12 XWB

The Citroen C3 presents as roadworthy on the most recent test, passing cleanly on 2026-02-02 at 52,500 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend is stable, with the latest examination showing no advisories on brakes, suspension, steering, or structural integrity. Prior to this, the vehicle cleared the 2022-10-03 test at 51,426 miles, also with no faults noted. Recorded mileage sits low for a 2012 registration, totalling just 52,500 miles over roughly fourteen years, an average near 3,750 miles annually. The records show a notable gap between the August 2021 tests and the October 2022 pass, during which only 5,178 miles were added. Before that, the car covered 46,248 miles by August 2021. The sparse history shows two failed tests in 2021 and 2022, yet both failures carry no listed defects, implying administrative or presentation issues at the testing station rather than mechanical faults. A buyer should still verify the vehicle in person given the low use and possible periods of standing. Dormant storage promotes perished rubber components such as suspension bushes and degraded tyres, alongside surface corrosion on brake discs and underbody members. The clean MOT sheets mean no specific structural or mechanical risks were flagged, but the 2021 and 2022 no-defect failures warrant confirmation that the V5C and test certificates align. Given the absence of recorded advisories across all passes, the C3 shows no worsening wear pattern in the official data. Inspect for binding calipers from inactivity and check exhaust emissions during a cold start. The owner clearly kept annual use light, suggesting gentle commuting rather than neglected abuse.