2012 Citroen C3 1.4L Petrol · DG12 XDY

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of deferred repairs regarding mechanical wear components. The most recent test in July 2025 at 40,113 miles resulted in a pass following a failure caused by a split front CV boot and mismatched tyres on the nearside rear axle. While the car passed after these issues were addressed, the lingering advisories for worn suspension arm bushes, leaking shock absorbers, and pitted front brake discs indicate that several components are reaching the end of their functional life despite the low mileage. At 14 years old, the recorded mileage of 40,113 miles is exceptionally low, averaging only under 3,000 miles per year. This low usage pattern often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components rather than mechanical wear. The record supports this with notes of perishing tyres in 2023 and persistent uneven wear in 2024. The gap of 4,000 miles between 2024 and 2025 suggests the vehicle sits for long periods, which explains the corrosion on brake discs and perished rubber. A buyer should specifically inspect the front suspension geometry, as the recurring reports of worn arm bushes and a loose track rod end since 2024 suggest potential alignment issues. The misting nearside rear shock absorber requires monitoring to ensure it does not progress to a full seal failure shortly. Furthermore, the pitted offside front brake disc should be checked for thickness, as surface corrosion on low-mileage cars can mask deeper thinning. Ensure all tyres on the axles match in size and tread pattern, as the previous failure for mismatched tyres indicates a lapse in attention to basic safety standards.