2013 Citroen C3 1.6L Petrol · MM62 HTA

The Citroen C3 presents as roadworthy following the most recent MOT test on 14 January 2026 at 33,893 miles, where the tester recorded a pass with no defects. Maintenance trend remains stable across the five-year record. The vehicle showed a pass on 10 January 2023 at 30,431 miles, a same-day fail and pass on 2 January 2024 at 31,876 miles with no defects logged on either entry, then passes on 6 January 2025 at 32,641 miles and the 2026 test. Such a clean sequence with zero advisories indicates consistent statutory compliance, though the unexplained fail entry warrants a check against DVSA systems. Mileage accumulation is exceptionally low for a thirteen-year-old car. The odometer advanced just 3,462 miles between January 2023 and January 2026. Annual distances ran at 1,445 miles to January 2024, 765 miles to January 2025, and 1,252 miles to January 2026. This sparse but uninterrupted test history reflects gentle use or prolonged storage rather than neglect of the test schedule. No rapid accumulation or missing-year gaps appear in the data. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection focused on age-related degradation not captured by MOT passes. Standing time promotes corrosion on structural members and suspension subframes, so examine sills, floor pan and mounting points for rust. The tester noted no brake defects, yet inactive calipers can bind and discs may show surface pitting; a road trial should confirm free rotation and even pedal feel. Suspension bushes and tyres harden with age, so check for perishing even with ample tread. The absence of recorded advisories suggests previous owners addressed issues before each test or the car saw minimal stress. Verify the 2 January 2024 anomaly with the DVLA to exclude a masked failure. Otherwise, the mechanical outlook is sound, with low mileage implying deferred wear on drivetrain components though heightened risk from stale fluids and aged rubber.