2011 Citroen C3 1.4L Diesel · GP11 FFK

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance trend shows a recent shift toward minor mechanical degradation. The most recent test in June 2025 at 100,878 miles resulted in a pass despite a defective exhaust mounting. This follows a two-year period of clean records in 2023 and 2024, suggesting that while the car is generally well-maintained, components are beginning to show signs of age-related wear. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a fifteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per annum. The data shows steady usage, with roughly 4,800 miles covered between June 2023 and June 2024, and another 2,824 miles between June 2024 and June 2025. This low annual mileage typically indicates short-distance trips, which can protect the drivetrain and interior components from the heavy wear associated with high-mileage commuting. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the front suspension assembly, given the fractured offside front coil spring recorded in June 2023 at 93,771 miles. While this was rectified, the failure of a spring often indicates age-related fatigue or corrosion in other components. The defective exhaust mounting noted in the 2025 test also requires attention to ensure that vibrations have not caused secondary damage to the exhaust system or heat shields. Given the vehicle's age, a thorough check for structural corrosion on the sills and subframe is essential, as these areas were not highlighted in the provided MOT history.