2016 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso 1.6L Diesel · DT16 ACV

The vehicle presents a roadworthy status following a successful MOT on 3 July 2026 at 74,129 miles. While the most recent test resulted in a pass, the immediate failure just 13 miles prior at 74,116 miles indicates a lapse in basic maintenance. The tester flagged an offside front tyre with exposed ply or cords and a nearside front tyre worn to the legal limit. This failure, following a 2025 advisory for nearside front tyre wear, suggests a recurring pattern of neglecting tyre replacement until they reach a critical safety threshold. The mileage accumulation remains consistent with the vehicle's age, averaging approximately 7,400 miles per year. The records show steady progression from 27,264 miles in July 2019 to the current 74,129 miles in July 2026. This predictable usage pattern suggests the vehicle has not been subject to extreme long-term stationary periods or sudden high-mileage bursts, which generally supports a more predictable wear profile for mechanical components. A prospective buyer should focus physical inspections on the suspension and braking systems due to frequent historical advisories. The record shows a trend of wear in the suspension, specifically an anti-roll bar linkage ball joint with play in 2019 and 2020, followed by a worn nearside front lower suspension arm bush in July 2024. The braking system has also seen repeated issues, with the tester noting thin rear pads in 2021 and 2023, and pitted or scored front brake discs in 2021 and 2022. Recurring issues with tyres and mirrors also indicate a tendency toward reactive rather than proactive maintenance. The near-constant advisories for worn tyres across almost every annual test from 2019 to 2026 imply that the previous owners often waited for components to reach the legal limit before addressing them. While the current MOT is clear, a thorough check of the current tyre tread, brake pad thickness, and suspension bush integrity is necessary to ensure no new issues have developed since the last pass.