2019 Citroen C4 1.5L Diesel · MP19 XWS

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a concerning shift toward reactive repairs. While the car passed its most recent test in February 2026 at 63,004 miles, it failed the inspection just days prior due to multiple safety and mechanical defects. The transition from a clean record in 2025 to a multi-point failure in 2026 indicates that the owner has only begun addressing wear items once they reached a point of failure rather than performing routine preventative maintenance. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for a seven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 9,000 miles per year. There was a significant jump in usage between March 2023 (21,027 miles) and March 2024 (37,163 miles), representing over 16,000 miles in a single year. However, the accumulation of 25,841 miles between March 2024 and February 2026 suggests a return to typical driving habits, which explains the accelerated wear noted on consumable components like tyres and brake hardware. A buyer must inspect the front suspension and tyre alignment, as the record shows recurring issues with uneven wear and mis-shaping across both 2024 and 2026. The tester specifically flagged worn bushes on both rear shock absorber top mounts, which may affect ride quality and handling. Furthermore, the recent failure due to pitted rear brake discs and thin pads suggests that the braking system was neglected until the limit of its service life was reached. Specific attention is also required for the offside front seat belt webbing and the steering column top bearing, both of which were flagged in the latest test. The outstanding manufacturer recall mentioned in the records must be verified and addressed by a dealer to ensure structural and mechanical integrity. Given the history of thinning pads and worn tyres, a thorough physical inspection of the current tyres and wheel geometry is necessary to ensure no hidden damage exists from the period of rapid mileage.