2016 Citroen C4 1.6L Petrol · LO65 FFZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the MOT history reveals a pattern of reactive maintenance rather than proactive care. While the most recent test on 12 June 2026 at 92,343 miles passed, the tester flagged a worn offside front outer drive shaft joint and an offside front tyre reaching the legal limit. This follows a trend where components are often only addressed after causing a test failure, suggesting the owner tends to rectify faults only when they prevent an MOT certificate. The mileage progression is consistent with a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,200 miles per year. Between the June 2024 test at 77,828 miles and the June 2025 test at 88,362 miles, the car covered over 10,000 miles, indicating steady annual use. The frequency of failures in June 2024 specifically suggests that while the car is driven regularly, mechanical components are reaching the end of their life between annual inspection intervals. A buyer should conduct a close inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the record shows recurring issues with worn suspension arm bushes and failed track rod ends. The 2024 failure was particularly concerning, noting a track rod end with a serious risk of detachment, which is a critical safety failure. Additionally, the worn offside front drive shaft joint noted in the 2026 test should be monitored for grease leakage or audible clicking, as these joints eventually lead to more expensive drivetrain failure. The braking system also requires scrutiny. The records from June 2024 and June 2025 highlight thin brake pads and worn or pitted discs, with a specific failure in 2025 due to significantly worn rear discs. Given that these components were flagged across multiple years, the buyer should verify that the recent replacements were performed correctly and check for uneven wear or binding calipers that might be causing premature degradation of the parts.