2016 Citroen C3 1.2L Petrol · GY66 HWN

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the recent MOT history. The most recent test on 24 October 2025 at 43,960 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects, despite an initial failure on the same day. This suggests a specific issue was identified and rectified immediately prior to the retest. Since then, the vehicle has maintained a clean record without recurring mechanical or structural failures over the last three years. The mileage pattern is notably low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging 4,400 miles per year. Between December 2022 at 27,619 miles and October 2025 at 43,960 miles, the car covered only 16,341 miles over nearly three years. The gap of 3,500 miles between the 2024 and 2025 tests indicates consistent light usage. While low mileage reduces wear on the drivetrain and engine components, long periods of standing can lead to degradation of rubber-based parts or potentially seized brake calipers and minor fluid leaks from seals. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components affected by low-mileage use. Check the brake discs for surface pitting or heavy corrosion, which often occurs when a car is not driven frequently. Inspect the suspension bushes and tyres for cracking or dry rot, as these materials age regardless of distance traveled. Given the unexplained failure in October 2025, ask the owner for the specific reason for that initial failure to ensure it was not a systemic component issue that may require attention again soon.