2011 Citroen C3 1.4L Petrol · FP11 GYU

The vehicle currently holds a valid MOT, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive ownership pattern. While the most recent test in February 2025 at 67,005 miles passed, the immediate failure on that same day highlighted critical safety issues including a fractured nearside rear coil spring and a nearside front tyre below the legal limit. The trend remains inconsistent, as the owner appears to only address mechanical faults once they result in a test failure rather than maintaining components flagged in previous advisories. At 67,005 miles over 15 years, this Citroen shows significantly below average mileage, averaging approximately 4,500 miles per year. This low usage is consistent with the presence of age-related deterioration such as the perishing and cracking of the offside rear tyre noted in the 2025 test. However, low-mileage vehicles often suffer from the degradation of rubber components and seized parts, which is evidenced by the worn nearside suspension arm bush identified in 2023 and the track rod end play in 2024. A buyer must personally inspect the front suspension thoroughly, as the record shows recurring issues with track rod ends, suspension bushes, and coil springs. The exhaust mounting system has been a persistent point of failure since 2023, with corroded and missing mounts suggesting the structural integrity of the exhaust hangers is poorly maintained. Additionally, the offside front seat belt buckle has been a recurring defect for three consecutive years; this mechanical failure must be verified to ensure it functions correctly and does not fail under tension.