2007 Citroen C3 1.4L Diesel · KB07 SXL

The vehicle currently presents an uncertain roadworthiness status following a failed MOT test on 17 July 2025 at 101,663 miles. While the car maintained a clean record between July 2022 and 2024, the most recent result indicates a mechanical or safety failure that has not yet been rectified. The maintenance trend appears unstable, as the transition from three consecutive years of clean passes to a recent failure suggests a specific component has reached the end of its life or was neglected. At 19 years old, the recorded mileage of 101,663 miles represents a low annual average of approximately 5,350 miles. The data shows a very consistent usage pattern, with intervals of roughly 3,000 to 4,000 miles between the annual tests since 2022. This low-frequency use often means less wear on the drivetrain and engine components, but it frequently leads to age-related degradation. Rubber-based components such as suspension bushes, hoses, and tyres can suffer from perish and cracking over time regardless of the low mileage on the odometer. A buyer must investigate the specific reason for the July 2025 failure before proceeding with a purchase. Because the record shows no advisories in previous years, the current failure likely involves a significant item such as emissions failures, a leak, or a structural component. Given the age of the vehicle, a physical inspection should focus heavily on structural corrosion in the sills and rear wheel arches, which are common failure points for this model. You should also check for seized brake calipers or rusted brake discs, which often occur on vehicles that sit stationary for long periods between uses.