2003 Citroen C3 1.4L Petrol · MD52 AEX

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on a consistent history of clean MOT results. The most recent test conducted in December 2021 at 90,874 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the car maintained its mechanical integrity through the final documented inspection. While a failure was noted in December 2020, the immediate pass on the same day suggests the owner addressed the identified faults promptly without allowing mechanical issues to persist. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 23-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,000 miles per year. Between November 2018 and December 2021, the car covered roughly 25,800 miles, showing a consistent usage rate of about 8,600 miles per annum. This low mileage typically implies less wear on the drivetrain and engine components compared to high-mileage examples, though long periods of standing can sometimes lead to degradation of rubber-based components such as perished perished or brake lines which are not always captured by the MOT tester. A buyer should physically inspect the structural integrity of the sills and wheel arches, as early-age Citroens are prone to corrosion regardless of low mileage. Given the gap since the last recorded test in 2021, it is vital to check for seized brake calipers or leaking fluid seals that often occur when vehicles remain stationary. Examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of cracking, as age-related brittleness can affect these rubber elements more significantly than physical mileage alone.