2022 Citroen C4 Sense + Puretech S/S 1.2L Petrol · LM22 XCB

A clean and entirely unblemished MOT record defines this Citroen C4, with the only entry dated 5 June 2025 showing a pass alongside a simultaneous failure entry both recorded with no defects listed. While the presence of a failure alongside a pass on the same date can appear contradictory, this typically reflects a minor administrative or presentation issue rather than a genuine mechanical defect, particularly given the complete absence of advisories or component-specific failure notes. The overall mechanical story is therefore one of solid roadworthiness compliance at a relatively early stage of its service life, with no recurring advisories, corrosion patterns, or component-specific flags to suggest underlying wear concerns. At just over four years old with 27,218 miles recorded, the vehicle has covered approximately 6,804 miles annually, which sits broadly in line with typical UK usage for a family-oriented hatchback of this age. This moderate accumulation rate suggests the vehicle has seen regular but not exhaustive use, which generally bodes well for component longevity, particularly for the clutch, brake friction material, and the PureTech turbocharged petrol engine's timing chain and coolant system. The testing history shows a gap from manufacture in 2022 through to the 2025 test date, which is normal given the vehicle would not have required its first MOT until reaching three years of age. There are no signs of prolonged standing or erratic mileage jumps that would warrant specific concern about dried seals, flat-spotted tyres, or stale fuel. For a prospective buyer, the absence of advisories means there is no component-specific test drive guidance directly anchored to MOT findings, but the Puretech three-cylinder petrol unit deserves particular attention given its known industry-wide sensitivity to timing chain stretch and coolant system performance. On a road test, listen carefully for any rattle or metallic chatter from the engine bay on cold start that does not dissipate within a few seconds, monitor the dashboard for any illuminated engine management or temperature warning lights, and check for any visible staining around the timing chain cover or coolant reservoir. The steering should feel precise without clonks over uneven surfaces, and the clutch should engage smoothly without slipping under acceleration in higher gears. The braking system should feel firm and progressive without any pulling to either side under moderate pedal pressure, and there should be no grinding, squealing, or juddering through the pedal or steering wheel under firm stopping. Suspension components warrant a visual inspection of the front strut tops, rear axle bushes, and anti-roll bar drop links for any perishing or oil misting from the dampers, particularly given the vehicle's age. Inspect the underside, sills, and suspension subframes for any signs of surface corrosion that could escalate in future MOT cycles, and confirm the tyre tread depths are within legal limits and that wear is even across both axles. With a clean MOT record and mileage consistent with moderate use, the principal pre-purchase priority is a thorough mechanical inspection of the Puretech powertrain and a careful road test to confirm the absence of any emerging issues that have yet to be formally recorded.