2014 Citroen C4 1.6L Diesel · DF14 MZW

This Citroën C4 has demonstrated a stable roadworthiness trend over the past two years, with the most recent test on 2025-04-10 confirming full compliance at 118,476 miles. The sole failure on 2025-04-08—recorded just two days prior—was unusually noted without defects, suggesting either a temporary administrative error or a rare DVSA anomaly. All preceding tests from 2022 through 2024 passed without advisories or major faults, indicating consistent adherence to MOT standards for this model. The absence of recurring issues in the official record implies no systematic neglect of critical components, though the failure on the 2025 test date warrants verification of whether the vehicle was genuinely roadworthy at that time. The recorded mileage progression of approximately 9,873 miles annually aligns with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, with no abrupt spikes or prolonged stagnation. The gap between the 2024 and 2025 tests reflects standard 12-month intervals, though the identical mileage at both the 2025 failure and pass suggests no significant driving between those dates. This could indicate the vehicle was either stationary or used minimally during that period, which may have mitigated wear on high-mileage components. The consistency in mileage increments also suggests the previous owner maintained regular, albeit moderate, usage rather than extreme neglect or overuse. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of suspension integrity, particularly the rear coil springs and bushes, which are common wear points on this model at this mileage. The 2025 failure—despite no recorded defects—demands scrutiny of brake binding or hydraulic issues, as these are often overlooked until they reach the MOT threshold. Corrosion around wheel arches, sills, and the subframe should be examined closely, especially if the vehicle has spent time in salty or coastal environments. Tyre condition, despite no MOT faults, should be verified for uneven wear, which could indicate alignment or suspension drift over time. Finally, the exhaust system and emissions should be checked for leaks or catalytic converter efficiency, as these are frequently overlooked until they fail testing.