2018 Citroen C3 1.2L Petrol · DV68 LCZ

A pattern of recurring advisories centred on the front suspension and exhaust hardware is the defining mechanical theme in this 2018 Citroën C3's MOT history. Across the recorded tests, the front anti-roll bar pin or bushes have been flagged on both nearside and offside as worn but not yet resulting in excessive movement, with a related advisory noting perished front suspension arm bushes that are beginning to separate on the offside. A worn exhaust centre mounting has also been carried as an advisory across multiple consecutive tests, suggesting it has been left in place rather than rectified. While the most recent test on 2 September 2026 recorded a pass with no defects or advisories, the immediately preceding 11 September 2025 visit produced a failure for ineffective wiper blades on both sides and an inoperative offside rear position lamp, the same date a pass was issued alongside those advisories, indicating the wipers and lamp were remedied between the back-to-back tests. The overall trajectory is one of stable roadworthiness on pass-or-fail terms, but with a clear and recurring wear pattern in the front suspension linkage and a long-standing exhaust mounting defect that has yet to be addressed. Mileage on this C3 stands at 73,746 miles over roughly eight years, equating to an annual accumulation of around 9,200 miles, which is broadly typical for a vehicle of this age and segment. The recorded tests between 2023 and 2026 show consistent year-on-year attendance with no prolonged gaps, suggesting the car has remained in regular use rather than being laid up. At this annual rate, consumable wear on brake discs, pads, tyres and suspension components should be expected to track broadly in line with manufacturer service schedules, and the fact that the advisories have concentrated on bushes and tyres rather than brake or steering components is consistent with normal mileage-related wear rather than any unusual usage pattern. For a prospective buyer, the priority on inspection should be the front suspension and anti-roll bar assembly, which is the only component group with repeated advisories across separate test dates. On a test drive, listen for knocking or clonking noises from the front end when traversing speed bumps, potholes or uneven surfaces, and feel for any vagueness or rattle through the steering wheel during direction changes, as worn anti-roll bar pins and perished bushes tend to produce these symptoms before they register as excessive movement on a ramp. Inspect the offside front suspension arm bushes in particular, as the 2023 advisory noted separation; perishing rubber that has progressed to splitting will eventually require replacement. The exhaust centre mounting should be checked by hand for excessive movement or a dropped tailpipe, and the system should be listened to for any new rattles on start-up or under load that would suggest the deteriorated mount has allowed the pipe to contact the underbody. Additional checks should include a thorough inspection of all tyres for uneven or inner-edge wear, given the 2023 advisories flagged both front tyres worn down to 3.3mm on the edge and an offside rear tyre at just 1.8mm with stepped inner tread, a pattern that can point to suspension geometry drift as bushes age. Verify that the wiper blades and rear position lamp function correctly, as both were failure items at the 2025 test. Finally, examine the underside for any signs of corrosion around subframe and suspension mounting points, as perished bushes and worn linkages are often accompanied by surface rust on adjacent metalwork on a vehicle of this age and mileage profile.