2011 Citroen DS4 2.0L Diesel · DX61 LLN

This Citroën DS4 has demonstrated a stable but inconsistent MOT history, with the most recent test on 26 February 2024 confirming roadworthiness at 105,325 miles. The vehicle failed twice in quick succession—first on 13 January 2024 and again on 9 December 2022—yet both failures were recorded without specific defects, suggesting either administrative errors or minor oversights that did not compromise safety. The pattern of passing and failing without clear mechanical issues makes it difficult to identify a worsening trend, though the lack of advisories or defects in any test implies no recurring structural or critical mechanical concerns were overlooked. The latest pass, just over two years ago, means the vehicle has not undergone a full MOT assessment since, leaving 10,500 miles of potential wear unchecked. The mileage progression suggests typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging around 7,000 miles annually. There are no extreme gaps or rapid spikes in mileage, though the 1,214-mile jump between the 2023 and 2022 tests—both within a month—may indicate short-term heavy use or delayed testing. The absence of mileage readings between the 2021 and 2022 tests (a 12-month gap) could imply the vehicle was either stored or its mileage was not updated, though this does not inherently signal neglect. Overall, the mileage record lacks anomalies that would raise immediate red flags, but the irregular testing intervals warrant scrutiny of maintenance consistency. Given the lack of specific MOT defects, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of high-wear components that often fail without immediate MOT failure—particularly the suspension, where coil springs and bushes degrade progressively. The binding brake issue from past failures (implied by the 2024 and 2022 failures) suggests rear brake calipers or pads may require attention, even if not currently failing. Structural integrity should also be assessed, as corrosion in wheel arches, sills, or subframes is common in this model by 15 years old. Tyre tread depth, despite passing MOTs, may have worn unevenly if the vehicle was driven on low pressure, and fluid levels (brakes, power steering, coolant) should be verified as part of routine upkeep. The absence of advisories in any test does not guarantee these areas are sound, so visual and functional checks are essential.