2009 Citroen C3 1.6L Diesel · LS09 FCL

The vehicle’s most recent MOT test on 2025-06-26—just over a year ago—shows a clean pass with no defects recorded, despite an identical retest failing on the same day. This inconsistency suggests either a rare administrative oversight or a brief, undocumented mechanical issue resolved before the second attempt. The preceding tests in 2024 and 2023 also passed without fail, indicating no recurring major faults. However, the lack of advisories or defect notes across all tests means critical components like suspension bushes, coil springs, or binding calipers were not explicitly cleared, leaving their condition unverified. The vehicle’s roadworthiness appears stable at this moment, but the absence of detailed inspection notes raises questions about whether minor wear was overlooked. The recorded mileage of 103,791 miles, accumulated over roughly 17 years, suggests typical usage without extreme wear patterns. The progression from 88,215 miles in 2023 to 103,791 miles in 2025 implies around 6,100 miles per year—a rate that aligns with moderate, consistent driving rather than neglect or aggressive use. There are no gaps longer than a year between tests, which is commendable, though the duplicate pass/fail on 2025-06-26 is unusual and warrants scrutiny. No evidence of rapid mileage accumulation or prolonged inactivity is visible in the record. Given the sparse defect history, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of suspension components, particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, which are common failure points in this model. The brakes—though never explicitly failed—should be checked for uneven wear, binding calipers, or corrosion on the rear discs, as the MOT’s lack of advisories does not guarantee their integrity. Structural integrity, especially around the wheel arches and sills, should also be examined for corrosion, as this age and mileage increase the risk of hidden rust compromising the chassis. Tyre tread depth and condition, while not flagged, should be verified, as the absence of failures could imply either diligent maintenance or deferred replacement.