2016 Citroen C4 Cactus 1.2L Petrol · LJ16 NTP

The vehicle presents a questionable roadworthiness status with a maintenance trend showing a clear decline in mechanical oversight. While it passed its most recent test in September 2025 at 66,919 miles, it did so with a multitude of advisories that indicate reactive repairs are being deferred. The transition from a clean record in 2023 to a multi-point failure in 2025 suggests that the owner is only addressing faults when they become a legal necessity to pass the MOT, rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use urban vehicle, averaging approximately 6,700 miles per year. Between August 2024 at 60,240 miles and September 2025 at 66,919 miles, the car covered 6,675 miles in just thirteen months. This low annual mileage explains the degradation of rubber-based components, such as the perished nearside rear tyre and worn suspension arm bushes noted in the 2025 test, which suffer more from age and exposure than from pure mileage-driven wear. A buyer must physically inspect the braking system and suspension thoroughly, as the record shows a history of recurring issues. The tester flagged significantly worn front brake discs in August 2025, which remained as pitted and scored in the following month without replacement. The presence of a binding offside rear service brake and a fluctuating front service brake suggests poor caliper maintenance or corroded internal pistons. Furthermore, the nearside front wheel bearing was noted for play and noise in both 2024 and 2025, indicating a component that has not been replaced despite nearing total failure.