2014 Citroen C4 1.6L Diesel · HY64 MLE

Based on the DVSA MOT records, this 2014 Citroen C4 presents a stable and improving mechanical picture. The most recent test on 25 November 2025 at 70,728 miles passed with zero defects, a clean sheet that mirrors the outcome of the October 2024 test at 68,648 miles. This back-to-back clean record is significant because it follows a period of minor advisories. The trend is clearly resolving, indicating the previous owner addressed the flagged items rather than letting them deteriorate. The mileage profile tells a story of very light use. Covering just 2,080 miles between the October 2024 and November 2025 tests, the annualised rate dropped sharply from the vehicle's lifetime average of roughly 5,894 miles per year. Such low recent accumulation raises the possibility of long periods standing still, which can cause flat-spotted tyres, sticking brake calipers, and dried-out rubber seals. The gap between the October 2023 test at 62,481 miles and the October 2024 test at 68,648 miles shows a more typical 6,167-mile year, so the recent drop-off is a notable shift in usage pattern rather than a steady trend. The advisory history is sparse but informative. The October 2023 test at 62,481 miles flagged a worn nearside front suspension arm pin or bush, a common wear item on Citroen's MacPherson strut setups. The fact that this did not reappear in the subsequent two tests suggests the bush was replaced, which is a positive sign of proactive maintenance. The October 2022 advisory for a slightly damaged or perishing offside rear tyre at 55,233 miles was a minor consumable issue and has not recurred. A buyer should still carry out a focused physical inspection given the recent low mileage. Check the tyre sidewalls for cracking or perishing, particularly if the car has been sitting for extended periods. Inspect the front suspension components for any play or deterioration, and test the brakes for binding or uneven wear that can develop when a vehicle is not driven regularly. A short drive over speed bumps will quickly reveal any knocking from worn bushes or drop links that the clean MOT records might not yet reflect.