2009 Citroen C3 1.6L Diesel · FL09 KUG

The 2009 Citroen C3 presents a stable, if slightly puzzling, maintenance trend, culminating in a clean pass on 10 October 2025 at 121,156 miles. The most recent test recorded zero defects, indicating the vehicle met all roadworthiness standards at that time. However, the record shows a failed test on 1 October 2025 at 121,041 miles, alongside a similar failure on 8 October 2024 at 112,499 miles, both with no defects documented. These anomalies suggest administrative or procedural failures rather than mechanical breakdowns, as the car passed its retests shortly afterward without any recorded rectification work. The mileage accumulation reveals a recent uptick in usage compared to the vehicle's lifetime average. Between the October 2023 test at 102,429 miles and the October 2024 test at 112,499 miles, the car covered 10,070 miles. The following year, up to the October 2025 test at 121,156 miles, it added a further 8,657 miles. This recent annual mileage of roughly 9,000 to 10,000 miles indicates the vehicle has been in consistent, regular use rather than sitting idle, which generally benefits engine and drivetrain health by preventing moisture buildup and component seizure. Despite the absence of recorded mechanical or structural advisories, a 17-year-old Citroen C3 with 121,000 miles demands a thorough physical inspection of typical wear components. Buyers should closely examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for deterioration, a common issue on aging PSA-group vehicles. Brake disc thickness and caliper operation require verification, as binding calipers can occur without triggering an MOT failure if within tolerance. Structural integrity around the sills, subframes, and floor pan must be checked for corrosion, particularly given the vehicle's age. The unexplained failures in 2024 and 2025 warrant a request for any garage invoices from those periods to confirm what prompted the initial test rejections.