2023 Citroen C4 Sense + Puretech S/S 1.2L Petrol · NG23 CFZ

The defining mechanical note on this 2023 Citroen C4 is its rear-axle tyre wear pattern, which surfaced as three advisories at the most recent MOT pass on 1 June 2026. Both rear tyres were recorded as worn close to the legal limit and worn on the edge, with an additional advisory noting a nail in the offside rear tyre at the same test. The combination of inner-edge wear on both sides of the rear axle is a typical indicator of either suspension geometry misalignment, worn rear bushings, or camber issues rather than simple tread wear, and it warrants direct inspection before purchase. Aside from these tyre-related items there are no recorded failures, corrosion advisories, brake warnings, or suspension defects in the single MOT test on file. With 22,918 miles recorded over roughly three years of age, this C4 is accumulating mileage at approximately 7,600 miles per year, which sits comfortably within the normal range for a privately-used family hatchback. There is only one MOT test on record so the dataset is shallow, but the mileage is consistent with regular but moderate use, meaning the engine, transmission, clutch, and braking components have not been subjected to excessive wear. A 7,000-mile-per-year accumulation tends to bekind to consumables such as brake pads and discs, but it also means components like tyre sidewalls and rubber suspension bushes can degrade more from age and standing than from mileage accumulation, which is relevant given the recent tyre condition. A prospective buyer should focus the inspection on the rear suspension geometry given the edge-wear pattern flagged on both rear tyres. On a test drive, listen for clonking or knocking from the rear over speed humps and uneven road surfaces, which would suggest worn trailing arm bushes, beam axle bushes, or shock absorber mount deterioration, all common on this platform. Pay particular attention to any pulling to one side under braking, rear-end instability during lane changes, or uneven tyre wear developing on the inner or outer shoulders of the rear tyres, as this would confirm the camber issue hinted at by the advisories. With the vehicle up on a ramp, inspect the rear anti-roll bar drop links and bushings for cracking or separation, check the coil springs for any sign of sagging or corrosion pitting, and verify that the rear shock absorbers are not leaking fluid or showing surface rust at the shafts. The brake system recorded no advisories and there is no evidence of binding calipers or worn discs on the MOT history, but with this mileage the brake pads and discs should still be inspected for remaining service life, particularly checking for uneven pad wear that could indicate a sticking caliper slider. The PureTech engine family is known in the UK market for timing belt and oil consumption concerns on certain production runs, so it is prudent to verify the service history documents showing regular oil and filter changes at the manufacturer-specified intervals, to check for any visible oil residue around the cam cover and oil filter housing, and to listen for any timing chain rattle on a cold start. Finally, confirm whether the punctured offside rear tyre was professionally repaired or replaced, as a repaired tyre with a nail fix may still be serviceable but should be examined for any slow pressure loss, sidewall bulges, or deterioration around the repair patch before relying on it for ongoing road use.