2016 Citroen C4 1.6L Diesel · LE16 ORS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift toward reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in January 2026 at 89,916 miles passed despite a failure for a deteriorated offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot. This follows a period in early 2025 where the vehicle struggled with multiple tyre issues and thin rear brake pads. While the car consistently passes its tests, the appearance of mechanical wear on consumables suggests that components are only addressed once they reach the point of inspection failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with the vehicle's ten-year age, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per year. The record shows steady accumulation, with roughly 9,300 miles driven between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 10,300 miles covered in the final twelve months. This suggests regular annual use rather than long periods of stationary storage. The clean report from January 2024 at 70,258 miles indicates a period of good mechanical condition before more recent wear issues emerged in subsequent intervals. A buyer should physically inspect the front suspension thoroughly to ensure the CV boot replacement in early 2026 resolved any potential grease leakage. Given the previous failure of the offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint in 2023, a check for play in the steering or wear on rubber bushings is essential. The 2025 advisories regarding uneven tyre wear on the edges indicate a past alignment issue that should be verified to prevent premature tyre degradation. Additionally, the remaining life of the rear brake pads should be measured, as they were flagged as thin over a year ago.