2022 Citroen C4 GR Stourer Sense Ptech SS A 1.2L Petrol · FY22 HCH

The most recent DVSA examination on 12 March 2026 recorded a straightforward pass with no defects or advisories, suggesting that the vehicle is currently in a roadworthy condition and that any previously noted issues were either rectified or have not yet deteriorated to a testable standard. However, the immediately preceding test on 17 March 2025 was a failure, albeit for a relatively minor electrical cause: a non-functioning nearside stop lamp, which is commonly traced to a failed bulb, a corroded holder, or a fractured wire within the rear lamp cluster. The fact that this same test also issued advisory notices for both front and rear brake disc wear and a nail in the offside rear tyre demonstrates that the vehicle entered its 2025 test with several wear-related items already on the watch list, and a prospective buyer should not treat the clean 2026 result as evidence that those components have necessarily been renewed. The maintenance trend overall appears stable rather than improving, as the vehicle is exhibiting the kind of wear pattern consistent with its accumulated mileage. With a recorded odometer reading of 71,320 miles over approximately four years of service, this Citroen is averaging around 17,800 miles annually, which is notably higher than the typical UK private car usage of six to eight thousand miles per year. This level of use means that consumable items such as brake pads and discs, tyres, clutch components (if applicable), and drivetrain fluids will have experienced substantially more wear than a lower-mileage equivalent. There is no evidence of extended periods off the road or of significant mileage gaps in the test history, which is mechanically favourable because continuous use tends to keep seals lubricated, prevents brake disc corrosion from standing, and reduces the likelihood of dry-start damage to the engine. The buyer should nevertheless interpret the high annual mileage as a prompt to budget for nearer-term replacement of wear items, particularly as the 2025 advisories already flagged the braking system. Given the brake disc advisories recorded at the 2025 test, a thorough inspection of the front and rear discs is essential before purchase. Surface pitting and light scoring are normal consequences of pad material transferring to the disc face under heavy use, but if left unaddressed they can progress into lipping at the disc outer edge, thermal judder under braking, and ultimately a reduction in braking efficiency. On the road, the buyer should listen for any grinding, squealing, or pulsation through the brake pedal, and feel for vibration or shudder when applying the brakes at speed. It is also prudent to measure remaining disc thickness against the manufacturer minimum specification and to check pad material depth, as a vehicle covering this mileage is likely approaching, if not already at, a pad change interval. The nearside mirror noted as slightly damaged in 2025 is a minor cosmetic item, but it should be verified that the mirror glass is secure and provides an adequate rearward field of view, as an obstructed mandatory mirror can itself become a failure item at future tests. Beyond the documented MOT items, several age and mileage related checks are warranted. The tyres should be examined not only for tread depth, which must meet the legal 1.6 mm minimum across the central three quarters, but also for sidewall cracking and perishing, as rubber compounds degrade with age irrespective of mileage, and a vehicle of four years standing is entering the zone where original tyres begin to show surface crazing. Given the high annual mileage, the 12 volt battery is likely approaching the end of its service life, typically three to five years, and a weak battery can produce starting hesitation and erratic electrical behaviour, so a load test or resting voltage check is advisable. Service history verification is equally important: with this level of usage, the vehicle should have been serviced at least annually or every twelve to fifteen thousand miles, so oil, filter, and spark plug (or timing belt, depending on the powertrain specification) records must be confirmed. Brake fluid should ideally have been renewed within the last two years regardless of mileage, as it is hygroscopic and degrades on a calendar basis, and coolant should be checked for condition and freezing point. Finally, on the test drive, pay close attention to any clonks or knocks from the front suspension over uneven surfaces, uneven or feathered tyre wear indicating alignment or bush wear, and any hesitation or roughness from the automatic or semi-automatic transmission, all of which would be consistent with the mechanical demands placed on a high-mileage example of this age.