2011 Citroen C3 1.4L Diesel · FX61 XEL

The vehicle's recent MOT history shows a fluctuating maintenance trend, moving from a clean record in 2024 to a significant failure in late 2025. While the most recent test on 10 September 2025 at 125,879 miles resulted in a pass, the vehicle only achieved this after failing two days prior. The 2025 failure highlighted several electrical and mechanical issues, including an ABS fault, a split offside front CV boot, and various lighting defects. Although the suspension bush issue was downgraded from excessively worn to merely worn in the successful retest, the presence of these faults suggests a period of neglected maintenance leading up to the September 2025 inspections. The mileage accumulation appears consistent with the vehicle's age. The car has covered approximately 125,879 miles over its 15-year lifespan, averaging roughly 8,400 miles per year. The data shows steady progression, with 106,555 miles recorded in August 2023 and 116,029 miles in September 2024, followed by 125,879 miles in September 2025. This regular usage pattern indicates the vehicle has not been sitting idle for extended periods, which typically helps prevent certain types of corrosion, though it does mean components like suspension and drivetrain parts are subject to standard wear and tear. A prospective buyer should prioritise a physical inspection of the front suspension and drivetrain. The repeated mention of the nearside front lower suspension arm bush in both the August 2025 failure and the September 2025 pass indicates this component is nearing the end of its service life. Furthermore, the failed CV boot from the September 2025 test warrants a close look to ensure the replacement was completed correctly and that no grease leakage or joint play has developed. Electrical systems also require verification. The 2025 test flagged an ABS warning lamp and multiple lighting issues, including discoloured indicators and failed position lamps. While these were resolved for the pass, the sudden appearance of an ABS fault alongside mechanical wear suggests the owner may have been reactive rather than proactive with servicing. Checking the integrity of the ABS sensors and the condition of the indicator housings is advisable to ensure no underlying electrical faults remain.