2022 Citroen E-C4 Shine + Electric · FD22 HUH

A pattern of advisory items concentrated around the front axle and tyre condition emerges from the recorded MOT history, with the most recent test on 2 July 2026 returning a pass but flagging both front tyres as worn close to the legal limit and worn on edge, alongside a minor defect for defective front wiper blades. The 2025 test on 12 June recorded three advisories of its own, covering slight play in the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint and edge wear on the nearside front and nearside rear tyres at 2.3 mm and 2.4 mm respectively. Taken together, the two tests show a consistent theme of front-end wear and recurring tyre edge wear rather than any structural or emissions failures, suggesting the suspension geometry, steering components, or wheel alignment may be contributing to uneven contact patch wear and that consumable items in this area are reaching the end of their useful life more quickly than would typically be expected. With approximately 78,044 miles accumulated over four years, the vehicle is running at an annual mileage of around 19,511 miles, which is notably high for a 2022-registered car and substantially above the average for its age bracket. This level of use means that wear-related components such as tyres, brake pads and discs, suspension bushes, drop links, and the anti-roll bar system flagged in the advisories will have been subjected to a greater workload and shorter replacement cycles than would apply to a typical example. The consistent presence of tyre-related advisories across both recorded tests aligns with this high-mileage usage profile, as tyres on a heavily driven vehicle can reach the legal tread threshold well before the typical replacement interval. Any prospective buyer should anticipate that further replacement of front tyres, and possibly suspension consumables, may be required in the near future regardless of the current visual condition. For a physical inspection and test drive, particular attention should be paid to the front anti-roll bar system given the recorded play in the nearside front linkage ball joint. Listen for any knocking or rattling from the front suspension when traversing speed bumps or uneven road surfaces, as worn anti-roll bar links and their bushes typically produce audible clonking over sharper undulations. With the vehicle stationary and unoccupied, sharply turning the steering from lock to lock can sometimes reveal slack or a clunk from worn drop links, and a raised inspection will allow the ball joints and bushes to be physically checked for free play by hand. Given the documented tyre edge wear, a four-wheel alignment check is advisable, as persistent shoulder wear on both front tyres can indicate either incorrect camber or toe settings, worn suspension bushes allowing geometry to shift, or a combination of both. On the road, the front-end advisories warrant a careful evaluation of steering precision and ride quality, with particular focus on whether the vehicle tracks straight without pulling to either side and whether the steering returns smoothly to centre after cornering. Any vagueness through the straight-ahead position or a reluctance to self-centre is worth noting, as it can point to worn bushes beyond the anti-roll bar linkage itself. Brake feel should also be assessed, since high mileage on an electric vehicle will still see use of the friction braking system for lower-speed manoeuvres and emergency stops, and any judder through the pedal or steering wheel under braking would warrant disc inspection. Finally, the recorded minor defect for the front wiper blades should be confirmed as rectified, and a general check of all exterior lighting, horn, and washers carried out, as these are simple but commonly overlooked items that can influence both safety and subsequent MOT outcomes.