2015 Citroen C3 1.2L Petrol · HY65 UCE

The vehicle maintains a roadworthy status, though the maintenance history reveals a clear trend of age-related material degradation. The most recent test on August 18, 2025, at 19,332 miles, flagged all four tyres for significant perishing and cracking. While the car passed the test, this defect indicates that the rubber components have reached the end of their structural life due to age rather than wear, a common issue with low-use vehicles. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eleven-year-old car, averaging approximately 1,757 miles per year. Between August 2022 and August 2025, the vehicle covered only 4,105 miles, suggesting periods of infrequent use or long-term storage. This low usage generally protects the mechanical components of the drivetrain, engine, and brake system from friction. However, the data shows a consistent pattern of covering less than 2,000 miles every year, which can lead to gaskets and seals drying out from lack of movement. A buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of all rubber-based components, given the recurring issues with perished tyres noted in 2022 and 2025. The low mileage also increases the risk of seized brake calipers or corroded discs because the components have not been used enough to clear surface rust. The failure in 2019 regarding wiper blades and the 2023 headlamp adjustment are minor-related faults that do not suggest deep mechanical neglect, but they highlight the need for attentive ownership to basic consumables that degrade over time regardless of mileage.