2012 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso Vtr+ HDI 1.6L Heavy oil · J17 KAR

A 2026 Citroen e-C3 Aircross presenting with a largely unblemished DVSA history, the most recent test on 10 February 2026 being a straightforward pass with no advisories or defects recorded against any of the inspected items. Across eight recorded tests stretching back to April 2019, only two failures appear in the log, one on 20 January 2024 and another on 5 February 2026, and notably both failures are recorded without any defects, which on the DVSA system typically indicates either an administrative refusal or a vehicle presented without being eligible for a full pass rather than a mechanical defect. The overall trend is therefore one of consistent roadworthiness with no accumulating advisories around suspension, braking, or corrosion components, which is consistent with a relatively modern EV platform where structural rust and major mechanical failures would be highly unusual at this age. With 45,123 miles recorded against a vehicle first appearing in the test record in 2019, the annual mileage accumulation averages out at roughly 6,400 miles per year, which is a modest accumulation rate typical of mixed-use urban and suburban driving rather than high-mileage motorway use. The testing pattern shows fairly regular annual visits from 2019 onwards, with the most recent cluster of tests in late 2025 and early 2026 suggesting the vehicle has remained in active service rather than being laid up for extended periods, which is a positive indicator for an EV where prolonged inactivity can affect traction battery conditioning and ancillary 12V battery health. The mileage versus age comparison is not yet meaningful given the vehicle's youth, but the even spread of tests suggests no anomalous gaps in usage that would warrant concern about dormant component degradation. For a prospective buyer, the absence of advisories means there are no specific flagged components to investigate in detail, but the EV-specific items warrant particular attention during inspection and test drive. Listen for any unusual noises from the suspension over speed bumps and uneven surfaces, as the e-C3 Aircross uses a torsion beam rear axle and McPherson front struts, and check for uneven tyre wear on the inside shoulders which can indicate geometry issues exacerbated by the vehicle's relatively tall stance. On the test drive, pay close attention to brake pedal feel, as regen-heavy EVs can suffer from binding or seizing rear calipers due to infrequent mechanical brake use, leading to uneven pad wear and judder under firm pedal application that might not yet show up as a failed test but warrants monitoring. Additionally, inspect the underbody and high-pressure charging cable area for any signs of corrosion or impact damage, particularly around the subframe mounting points and the brake lines, although at this age and mileage significant structural corrosion would be premature. Verify that the charging port door mechanism operates smoothly and that the 12V auxiliary battery shows no signs of voltage drop on start-up, as EV traction battery condition is best assessed via the manufacturer's own diagnostic readout rather than an MOT, so request a battery health report from any vendor. Confirm that all driver assistance and lighting systems function correctly, as the MOT record's clean status offers no insight into infotainment, ADAS calibration, or sensor functionality, and ensure that the steering remains free of any vibration or pulling at speed given the front-driven configuration of this model.