2015 Citroen C4 1.2L Petrol · DS65 AAV

The vehicle shows a generally stable maintenance trend, though it has transitioned from a period of clean records to more frequent minor mechanical failures. The most recent test on 20 February 2026 at 84,222 miles resulted in a pass, but the tester flagged an inoperative registration plate lamp. This follows a clean pass in February 2025 at 80,875 miles, suggesting that while the vehicle is currently roadworthy, the frequency of minor component failures has increased slightly compared to the mid-life period of the car. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,657 miles per year. The record shows steady usage, with the distance increasing from 7,315 miles in September 2018 to the current 84,222 miles. There are no significant gaps in usage that would suggest long periods of inactivity, which helps mitigate concerns regarding seized components or perished rubber seals. The progression from 51,786 miles in September 2020 to 62,648 miles in February 2021 indicates a period of slightly higher annual mileage before settling back into a regular pattern. A buyer should pay close attention to the suspension and exhaust systems during a physical inspection. The February 2024 failure at 76,553 miles highlighted an excessively worn offside front lower suspension arm ball joint and a defective central front exhaust mounting. Although these were rectified for the subsequent pass, the recurrence of exhaust mounting issues and suspension wear suggests these components may require monitoring. The 2023 test also noted pitted and scored front brake discs, so the current condition of the braking surfaces and the thickness of the pads should be verified. The history also reveals a pattern of neglecting tyre maintenance. Multiple tests, specifically in September 2019 and September 2020, flagged tyres worn close to the legal limit or below the 1.6mm requirement. While these are consumable items, the repeated failures suggest a tendency for the previous owner to run tyres to their absolute limit. A thorough check of the current tread depth and the evenness of tyre wear across all four corners is necessary to ensure the vehicle is not being driven on substandard rubber.