2019 Citroen Spacetourer 1.5L Diesel · KS69 KZG

This Citroen SpaceTourer presents a worsening maintenance trend, culminating in a major mechanical failure just under a year ago. The July 2025 test at 126,041 miles yielded a clean pass, yet this result came only nine days after a pronounced failure at 125,051 miles. That June 2025 failure flagged severe exhaust emissions limits and split constant velocity boots on both front driveshaft joints. Passing the retest so quickly without recorded advisories suggests hasty, budget-focused repairs rather than thorough, lasting remediation. Mileage accumulation is exceptionally high for a seven-year-old van, averaging roughly 18,000 miles annually. The usage pattern shows extreme variance. The vehicle covered just 39,697 miles by July 2023, but then accrued a massive 47,254 miles in the single year leading up to July 2024. This sudden shift to heavy use places immense strain on the drivetrain and suspension. The rapid mileage spike correlates directly with the onset of mechanical failures, indicating the vehicle has recently endured punishing commercial duty. A buyer must physically verify the condition of the front driveshaft CV joints and the exhaust system. The split CV boots from the June 2025 failure allowed dirt ingress, which rapidly degrades the joint bearings. If the previous owner merely fitted cheap replacement boots without replacing the worn joints, the driveshafts will soon fail. The emissions failure demands scrutiny too; the engine must be checked for a clogged diesel particulate filter, worn fuel injectors, or turbocharger issues. The July 2024 test at 86,951 miles also noted an engine oil leak and a nail in the offside front tyre. While the leak was deemed minor then, the subsequent 39,000 miles of hard driving will have aggravated such seepage. Inspect the engine block, sump, and turbo housing for active fluid loss. Brake components also require close assessment given the heavy mileage. The earlier pedal anti-slip failure hints at neglected cabin upkeep, so check for binding rear calipers and heavily scored brake discs.