2022 Citroen E-C4 Shine + Electricity · LD22 XRG

The most recent DVSA MOT test, conducted on 26 March 2026, resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, which represents the most favourable outcome possible on a single test. Comparing this against the prior test on 28 March 2025, which passed with two front tyre advisories but no failures, the maintenance trend appears stable and reasonably consistent rather than deteriorating. The absence of recurring or escalating defect categories across these two consecutive tests suggests that the vehicle has not developed any systemic or structural concerns flagged under MOT inspection criteria. Both tests passed without any advisories relating to brakes, suspension, exhaust, or corrosion, which is reassuring for a vehicle approaching four years of age. With a recorded mileage of 50,599 miles over approximately four years, this Citroen e-C4 is accumulating usage at roughly 12,650 miles per year, which is notably above the national average of around 7,000 to 8,000 miles annually. This higher-than-average annual mileage places greater mechanical demand on wear-related consumables, particularly tyres, brake discs and pads, suspension components such as bushes, drop links and coil springs, and the electric drivetrain ancillary systems. There do not appear to be significant gaps or periods of standing inactivity recorded between the MOT tests, indicating the vehicle has been in regular use rather than left dormant, which is generally beneficial for an electric powertrain as it avoids the issues associated with prolonged stationary storage, such as 12V auxiliary battery depletion or brake caliper seizure from corrosion. The implications of the mileage itself are that routine service items, including brake fluid and coolant, are more likely to have been attended to in line with the higher usage. Although the MOT history itself is largely clean, the advisory recorded on both front tyres at the 2025 test for edge wear is mechanically significant and warrants close physical inspection during any test drive. Uneven or one-sided tyre wear typically points to underlying geometry issues such as incorrect wheel alignment, worn suspension bushes, droplink deterioration, or weak coil springs allowing camber variation. On a road evaluation, the buyer should listen for suspension clonks or knocks over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, and feel for any pulling to one side under acceleration or braking. The front tyres should be inspected for both tread depth and, importantly given the vehicle's age, for sidewall perishing or cracking from environmental exposure, as rubber degrades with time regardless of mileage. The brake discs, particularly on the rear axle of an electric vehicle which often experiences corrosion from limited use of the friction braking system, should be checked for any signs of binding calipers or surface rust buildup that may cause shudder under initial pedal application. Given that this is an electric vehicle with elevated mileage, the prospective buyer should also pay attention to time-based servicing items that MOT testing does not cover. The 12V auxiliary battery, which powers ancillary systems on an EV, should be tested for state of health as these typically require replacement every four to six years regardless of mileage. Brake fluid is hygroscopic and degrades with calendar age rather than mileage, so confirmation of a recent fluid change is advisable. Tyre condition remains critical, and if the originals fitted at the 2025 advisory test have not been replaced, replacement is imminent. The high-voltage battery health and state of charge capacity should be verified through the dealership service records, and the charging cable and port inspected for damage. Finally, confirming a full and up-to-date service history from a Citroen-authorised or suitably qualified EV specialist will provide confidence that the electric powertrain cooling system, reduction gearbox oil, and coolant have been maintained in accordance with manufacturer schedules.