2017 Citroen C4 Picasso 1.2L Petrol · LK17 FJE

The vehicle's overall roadworthiness is currently in the "Pass" category, but the maintenance history reveals a clear trend of deterioration rather than stability. The most recent test on 2026-03-05 at 41,997 miles was passed, yet the subsequent failure on 2025-02-03 at 28,048 miles indicates that the system has degraded significantly over the past two years. This rapid loss of performance suggests that the vehicle has experienced a sustained period of neglect, likely due to the high mileage accumulation associated with its 9-year age. The consistent failure of the windscreen wipers and the anti-roll bar linkage ball joints, which appear in multiple tests, points to a lack of routine servicing, a pattern that is likely to continue if the owner does not perform the required checks. The mileage profile highlights a gap between the vehicle's age and its operational capacity. The 9-year-old Citroën C4 PICASSO has only accumulated 41,997 miles, which is low for its age and suggests the car may have been driven less frequently or has been stored for extended periods. This low mileage contrasts sharply with the recent MOT failures, implying that the vehicle has been driven recently but has not been serviced in the way that would extend its useful life. The lack of recorded defects in the 2025-02-03 test, despite the 28,048-mile test, suggests that the car was maintained at a very high standard, yet this high standard has now been eroded by the subsequent failures. In conclusion, a buyer must conduct an on-site inspection to assess the condition of the suspension, brakes, and drivetrain components that have been flagged in the history. The recurring faults, particularly the binding rear brakes and the worn brake discs, indicate that the vehicle requires immediate attention to prevent further structural damage. Given the 9-year age and the 41,997-mile total, the car is currently in "Pass" but carries a high risk of imminent failure due to the lack of proactive maintenance. The vehicle must be evaluated for structural integrity and mechanical wear, as the history of failures strongly suggests that a simple check is insufficient without a full diagnostic.