2005 Citroen C4 1.6L Petrol · KW05 BWF

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status following a period of reactive maintenance on identified faults. The most recent test in September 2025 at 100,018 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that the mechanical failures noted in previous years have been addressed. This follows a failure in September 2024 due to a fractured nearside rear coil spring and an incorrect headlamp aim, suggesting the owner is willing to rectify safety-critical defects once flagged. At 21 years of age, the recorded mileage of 1,0,018 miles represents a low annual usage rate of approximately 4,700 miles per year. The data shows a consistent usage pattern, with roughly 1,900 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests. While this low mileage typically implies less wear on the drivetrain and engine, the age of the vehicle increases the risk of rubber-based components, such as bushes, seals, and hoses, which degrade over time regardless of distance driven. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension and steering geometry, as the history shows recurring issues in these areas. The 2023 test flagged play in the offside front anti-roll bar ball joint and track rod end, while the nearside front track rod end was noted as early as 2022. These indicate that the steering components are nearing the end of their lifespan and should be checked for excessive movement. Given the fractured coil spring recorded in 2024, a visual check of all springs for signs of corrosion or fatigue is essential to ensure the replacement was structurally sound.