2015 Citroen C4 1.2L Petrol · DA15 HXY

The Citroën C4’s most recent MOT test on 30 May 2025—just 12 months prior to today—confirmed full roadworthiness with no defects recorded. This marks the third consecutive clean pass since May 2023, though the immediate preceding test in June 2024 was preceded by a failed attempt just three days earlier at 47,021 miles. While the vehicle has since demonstrated consistent compliance with MOT standards, the near-miss failure in early 2024 suggests a narrow margin for error in either test conditions or component wear. No advisories or recurring faults appear in the record, indicating the tester did not identify any latent issues requiring owner attention beyond standard servicing. The recorded mileage of 52,247 miles over 11 years—approximately 4,750 miles annually—falls well below the average for a vehicle of this age, which typically accumulates closer to 8,000–10,000 miles per year. The low mileage may reflect limited use or prolonged periods of inactivity, both of which could mitigate some wear on high-stress components like suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers. However, the two back-to-back MOT tests in May 2023—one pass at 43,495 miles and a failure at 43,493 miles—suggest the vehicle was driven very little between tests, raising questions about whether certain consumables (such as brake pads or tyres) were replaced or serviced during that gap. The absence of advisories in later tests implies any minor issues were either resolved or not severe enough to trigger a warning. Given the clean MOT history, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should centre on components prone to wear at this mileage and age. Tyres, despite no recorded failures, warrant scrutiny for uneven tread wear or embedded debris, which could indicate alignment or suspension issues. The brakes, while not flagged in tests, should be checked for uneven pad thickness or glazing, particularly if the vehicle was stood for extended periods. Suspension integrity is critical: coil springs, bushes, and dampers may show fatigue or corrosion, especially if the car was exposed to wet conditions. The dual MOT tests in 2023 hint at potential oversights in maintenance, so verifying service records for brake fluid changes, power steering fluid, and differential oil is advisable. Structural corrosion—common in C4s—should be inspected at wheel arches, sills, and the subframe, as hidden rust can compromise safety without immediate MOT failure.