2010 Citroen Grand C4 2.0L Diesel · GL59 XVA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While it passed its latest test on May 28 2026 at 100,678 miles, it failed just 13 miles prior due to high emissions and mechanical wear. This recent failure indicates that the owner only addressed the minimum requirements to secure a certificate, and the transition from a clean record in 2025 to multiple defects in 2026 suggests components are failing. At 100,678 miles over sixteen years, the C4 has averaged approximately 6,300 miles per year, which is consistent with low-mileage usage for its age. There is a significant gap in records between October 2023 and June 2025, where the vehicle covered only 1,434 miles in twenty months. However, the jump of over 8,500 miles in the final twelve months indicates a recent increase in use, which has likely accelerated the degradation of the wear components identified in the most recent MOT cycle. A buyer must focus their inspection on the front braking system and suspension geometry. The 2026 failure flagged pitted and scored front brake drums alongside worn tyres, suggesting the hardware is nearing the end of its service life. Given the previous fractured nearside front coil spring recorded in 2023, the entire front suspension should be inspected for corrosion, play, and signs of fatigue. The deterioration of the driver's door hinge also points to early-stage structural surface rust that could eventually lead to door sagging or structural failure if left unmanaged.