2015 Citroen C3 1.2L Petrol · NG15 RCU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive servicing. While the most recent test in July 2025 at 28,605 miles passed, it followed an immediate failure just one day prior. That failure identified a fractured offside front coil spring and pitted front brake discs, which were subsequently addressed. This suggests the owner only addresses mechanical faults once they are flagged as a failure point during the annual inspection. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,600 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between the July 2023 test at 19,451 miles and the July 2024 test at 22,155 miles, representing only 2,704 miles. Such low mileage often results in the vehicle sitting for extended periods, which explains the recurring corrosion and pitting noted on the brake discs across multiple years due to a lack of regular friction to keep the metal surfaces clean. A buyer should specifically inspect the front braking system, as pitted and scored discs have been flagged in both the 2024 and 2025 tests. Despite passing now, the surface condition of these discs may lead to poor performance or premature wear. Additionally, the fractured offside front coil spring noted in 2025 necessitates a thorough check of the suspension geometry and rubber bushes for perish, as low-use vehicles often suffer from brittle components over time. The headlamp alignment should also be verified to ensure the 2024 failure was permanently rectified.