2010 Citroen Grand C4 Picasso 1.6L Diesel · LK60 CDV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a reactive rather than proactive ownership pattern. While it passed its most recent test in November 2025 at 152,808 miles, it failed just four days prior for multiple safety-critical defects. The overall trend shows a recurring cycle where essential consumables and mechanical components are only addressed after failing an MOT, particularly regarding tyres and lighting, which suggests basic upkeep is neglected until legal necessity. At 16 years old, the 152,808 recorded miles represent an average of approximately 9,550 miles per year, which is consistent with typical usage for a family vehicle of this age. The data shows consistent annual testing, with roughly 23,400 miles covered between November 2023 and 2024, and another 12,545 miles between November 2024 and 2025. This steady mileage puts significant strain on the suspension and braking systems, explaining the frequent-related failures noted in the record. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry. The November 2024 failure flagged an excessively worn nearside front suspension arm ball joint and separated bush bonding on the arm pin. These issues often lead to the uneven tyre wear seen across the record, such as the offside front wearing on the edge. Furthermore, the nearside front outer drive shaft CV boot was noted as severely deteriorated in 2024; this must be checked for grease leakage or tearing to prevent imminent drive joint failure. The braking system requires close attention. The tester noted lipped rear brake discs in late 2025 and pitted/scored front discs back in 2023. The electronic parking brake was also flagged as defective in November 2024, and while it operated at the time, these units are prone to failure on this model. Given the history of ignoring tyres with exposed cords and tread below the legal limit, the buyer should verify the current condition of all four tyres and ensure they do not require immediate replacement.