2012 Citroen C3 1.4L Diesel · LD62 HHB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a concerning pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test in February 2026 at 67,806 miles passed, it flagged recurring issues with a defective front exhaust mounting and perished tyres. The trend suggests that the owner only addresses faults once they trigger an MOT failure, evidenced by the significant failure in February 2025 where multiple safety-critical tyre defects were identified simultaneously. At 14 years old with only 67,806 miles, this Citroen C3 has covered very low mileage, averaging approximately 4,800 miles per year. This low usage explains the rapid degradation of rubber-based components rather than mechanical wear from distance. Between February 2024 at 62,418 miles and February 2025 at 65,642 miles, the car covered barely 3,200 miles, yet the tyres suffered from cracking and perishing, indicating the vehicle sits stationary for long periods. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the tyres, as the record shows a history of structural failure including exposed cords and structural bulges. The 2024 failure specifically noted front brake discs with significantly worn inner faces and fluctuating brakes, which suggests the braking system may suffer from corrosion due to lack of use. The persistent defective exhaust mounting, which appeared in both both 2025 and 2026, indicates a previous repair was not properly rectified or the component has failed again rapidly.