2014 Citroen C4 1.6L Diesel · MA14 KUB

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but exhibits a trend of deteriorating mechanical condition and reactive maintenance. While it passed its most recent test in March 2026 at 107,173 miles, this followed a failure just one week prior. The tester identified play in the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage and the suspension arm ball joint, indicating that front-end components are wearing out. This follows a previous failure in March 2025 for a major exhaust leak and steering rack play, suggesting that components are only addressed once they reach failure thresholds. At 107,173 miles over 12 years, the car averages approximately 9,000 miles per year, which is consistent with typical UK usage for its age. The record shows a steady accumulation pattern, with roughly 8,000 miles covered between April 2024 and April 2025, and another 7,400 miles between April 2025 and March 2026. This consistent use suggests the vehicle is driven regularly, which generally prevents the degradation of rubber components and seals often associated with long periods of stationary time. A buyer must scrutinise the steering system and front suspension during a physical inspection. The history notes excessive free play in the steering rack in 2025 and emerging play in ball joints in 2026, which indicates the steering assembly is nearing the end of its life. The nearside front CV boot was found split in March 2026 and requires checking for grease leakage to prevent damage to the drive shaft. Additionally, the passenger airbag was reported as deactivated during the March 2026 test; this is a significant safety concern that requires verification to ensure it is merely a manual setting rather than a hidden fault, particularly given the previous SRS warning lamp failure in 2025.