2020 Citroen C3 Flair + Puretech S/S 1.2L Petrol · KP20 AED

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a clear decline in mechanical oversight. While it passed the latest test in May 2026 at 88,240 miles, the tester identified a significant number of advisories compared to the previous year. The transition from a clean record in 2023 to multiple faults across the suspension, exhaust, and braking components suggests that the vehicle is entering a phase where preventative maintenance is being neglected rather than proactively addressed. At 88,240 miles over six years, this C3 averages approximately 14,700 miles per annum, which is significantly above the national average for a petrol car. The mileage accumulation is consistent and heavy, with over 14,000 miles covered between May 2024 and May 2025, and another 10,400 miles in the year leading the latest test. This high usage profile puts accelerated wear on consumables and rubber components, which explains the recurring issues with exhaust mounts and suspension arm bushes noted in recent records. A buyer must conduct a close inspection of the exhaust system and suspension geometry. The front exhaust mounting has been a recurring issue since 2024, and the 2026 test now reports a minor leak with the exhaust resting on the undertray, indicating the hardware has failed completely. Furthermore, both nearside and offside front suspension arm bushes are flagged as worn. These high-mileage wear items will soon lead to steering instability and uneven tyre wear if not replaced. The braking and tyre condition also require immediate attention. The 2026 test flagged front brake discs as pitted and scored, which correlates with high mileage, while the nearside rear tyre shows physical cracking and reaching the legal depth limit. Given the history of tyres being worn close to the limit in multiple tests, the previous owner appears to wait until failure before replacement. Any buyer should budget for a full set of front components immediately upon purchase.