2007 Citroen C4 1.6L Diesel · LB07 GKY

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile with a maintenance trend that suggests structural and mechanical neglect. While it passed the test in February 2022 at 137,634 miles, this followed a major failure just one day prior involving critical safety defects. The presence of significantly reduced seat belt anchorage strength and an insecure seat indicates a failure to maintain essential crash-protection components. Given that no MOT records are provided for the subsequent four years, the vehicle is currently unroadworthy due to lapsed testing, and its current mechanical state is entirely unknown. The recorded mileage of 137,634 miles over 19 years averages to approximately 7,244 miles per year, which is consistent with typical light usage. However, there is a significant gap in the data between March 2021 and February 2022, where the car covered over 7,000 miles in a single year. This period of use, combined with the repeated failures of brake components and suspension parts, suggests the vehicle may have been subjected to reactive maintenance rather than a proactive preventative schedule. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the structural integrity, specifically the floor and sills, as the record shows a progression from slight underbody corrosion in 2020 to failing-level sill corrosion by 2021. The history also highlights recurring issues with the front suspension, including misted shock absorbers and failing anti-roll bar ball joints. The CV boot should be checked for further tears to prevent immediate failure of the driveshaft joint. Furthermore, the central front oil leak noted in 2022 requires a close engine inspection to ensure it remains merely a minor weep rather than a developing seal failure.