2021 Citroen C3 Shine Puretech S/S 1.2L Petrol · FM21 KTJ

The 2021 Citroen C3 Shine PureTech S/S holds a current MOT, having passed on 2026-06-10 at 23,383 miles. The maintenance trend is stable but shows a recurring brake wear pattern that warrants attention. The most recent test flagged both front brake discs as worn, pitted or scored, and the nearside front tyre was worn close to the legal limit. These are not dangerous defects, but they indicate the vehicle is entering a phase of consumable renewal that a buyer should budget for. The mileage profile is notably low for a five-year-old vehicle. At 23,383 miles in June 2026, the annual average sits around 4,677 miles. The record shows a steady accumulation: 14,221 miles in June 2024, 19,103 miles in June 2025, and 23,383 miles in June 2026, representing roughly 4,800 miles per year over the last two years. There are no suspicious gaps or sudden jumps in the odometer, and the MOT history is continuous with annual tests on or around the same date each year. This suggests consistent, light use rather than long periods of inactivity or recent high-mileage clocking. The recurring advisory on front brake discs across both the 2025 and 2026 tests is the most significant pattern in this record. The same defect appearing at 19,103 miles and again at 23,383 miles suggests the discs have been deteriorating over at least a year and may have been replaced or refinished between tests, only to show wear again. A buyer should inspect the front brake discs, pads, and calipers in person, checking for uneven wear, lipping, or binding that could point to a sticking caliper or seized slide pin. The nearside front tyre wear noted in 2026 also raises a question about wheel alignment or suspension geometry, particularly if the wear is uneven across the tread face. Beyond the flagged items, the low mileage and short ownership span mean structural corrosion is unlikely to be a concern, but a brief underbody check for surface rust on suspension components, subframe mounting points, and exhaust hangers is still prudent. The PureTech engine has known sensitivity to oil level and servicing intervals, so verifying the service record against the low mileage is essential. A vehicle covering fewer than 5,000 miles per year still requires timely oil changes to prevent turbocharger and timing belt degradation. Overall, the car presents as a low-mileage example with a clean structural record and manageable wear items that a careful buyer can address before they escalate.