2016 Citroen C4 1.6L Diesel · HT16 GVO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful MOT in April 2026 at 70,706 miles. However, the immediate maintenance trend shows a sharp decline in standards just prior to this pass. The failure in March 2026 at 70,625 miles revealed multiple critical safety defects including lighting failures and structural wear. While the car has since been rectified, the density of faults in that single test suggests a reactive approach to maintenance rather than preventative care by the owner. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,000 miles per year. Between May 2023 and May 2024, the car covered 6,277 miles, indicating a period of relatively low-intensity use. However, a more recent burst of 4,577 miles occurred between April 2025 and April 2026. This recent spike in usage correlates with the rapid degradation of the tyres and the failure of the track rod end noted in the 2026 failure record. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the March 2026 test flagged an offside front track rod end with excessive play. This component failure often causes uneven tyre wear, which is a documented issue here. The history shows a recurring problem with poor tyre management, starting with a nearside rear advisory in 2024 and escalating to exposed cords and perished rubber in 2026. Verify the current set of tyres for consistent wear patterns and ensure that the previous alignment issues have not caused secondary damage to steering components.