2016 Citroen C3 1.0L Petrol · HF16 KHA

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs regarding consumable components and minor hardware. While the most recent test in January 2026 at 59,294 miles passed, it flagged several immediate concerns including a distorted nearside front rim and multiple tyre defects. The persistence of perished tyres and worn wheels across several years suggests that the owner only addresses these issues when they reach an MOT failure threshold rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 59,294 miles over ten years, this Citroen averages approximately 6,000 miles per annum, which is significantly below the national average. The data shows a consistent usage pattern, with roughly 6,500 to 7,000 miles driven between each annual test since 2022. However, low-mileage often correlates with the degradation of rubber components, as evidenced by the recurring cracking and perishing noted in 2025 and 2026, which typically results from vehicles sitting for extended periods rather than mechanical wear. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the wheel assemblies and suspension geometry. The repeated reports of distorted inner rims in both 2024 and 2026 indicate potential history of significant impacts or curbing, which could have affected the alignment or damaged suspension bushes. Furthermore, the 2023 report of pitted brake discs and thin pads suggests the braking system is nearing the end of its service interval. The current state of the front exhaust mounting flagged in 2025 also requires verification to ensure it has not deteriorated through corrosion.