2016 Citroen C3 1.2L Petrol · HS16 LCP

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a recent shift towards minor age-related degradations. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 31,863 miles passed, it introduced several advisories that were absent in previous years. The presence of a partially broken front exhaust hanger and perishing on all four tyres indicates that the vehicle is beginning to suffer from the effects of rubber and hardware fatigue over time rather than mechanical wear. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,186 miles per year. Between July 2024 and July 2025, the car covered 9,499 miles, maintaining a consistent pattern of low-intensity use. This low mileage typically suggests less strain on the drivetrain and suspension components, evidenced by the clean 2024 report. However, the low mileage also explains the current state of the tyres, as rubber compounds dry out and crack when vehicles are not driven long distances regularly. A buyer must inspect the physical condition of all four tyres immediately, as the July 2025 record flagged cracking and perishing despite likely sufficient tread depth. The exhaust system requires a check for further corrosion around the broken hanger to prevent the pipe from vibrating or failing. Because the car has sat for long periods between tests, the inspector should also verify the brake discs for pitting or seized calipers, which are common issues on low-mileage cars that sit stationary. No structural rust or serious mechanical failures appeared in the history, suggesting the core integrity remains sound.