2013 Citroen C4 1.6L Diesel · KM13 JYP

The vehicle shows a concerning trend of structural corrosion that has persisted over several years. In the most recent test in February 2026 at 100,547 miles, the car passed despite an advisory for a corroded offside front sub-frame. This follows a failure in March 2024 at 88,996 miles where the cross-member extension arm was found to be corroded and holed. While the vehicle currently meets the standard for structural integrity, the presence of rust on integral body components suggests an ongoing process of degradation that will require close monitoring. Maintenance patterns appear inconsistent at approximately 7,700 miles per year, which is typical for a thirteen-year-old Citroen. However, the MOT record from February 2025 at 94,200 miles reveals a lapse in preventative care. The vehicle failed due to incorrect headlamp aim and a severely deteriorated offside front CV joint boot. The tester also flagged four tyres worn to the legal limit, with the rear tyres showing perishing sidewalls. The fact that these issues were noted simultaneously indicates that the previous owner neglected basic consumable maintenance until the MOT test forced a repair. The suspension system shows signs of wear across multiple tests. The 2023 and 2025 records identified both nearside and offside front suspension arm bushes as being worn. Although these did not result in excessive movement at the time of testing, they represent components that are nearing their service life. Similarly, the 2023 test flagged thin brake pads throughout and pitted front brake discs. A buyer should verify the current condition of the suspension bushings and the specific state of the sub-frame to ensure the corrosion has not progressed since the last advisory.