2017 Citroen C3 1.2L Petrol · NJ67 YNM

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear pattern of reactive component replacement due to low usage. The most recent test in March 2026 at 20,704 miles flagged the front brake discs as being pitted and scored. This follows a similar advisory from January 2025 at 20,545 miles where the inner faces of the discs were noted as corroded. While the car continues to pass, the recurring nature of these issues indicates environmental corrosion rather than mechanical abuse. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,300 miles per year. There is a significant gap in usage between March 2021 and April 2022, where the car covered only 5,286 miles in thirteen months. Between April 2023 and January 2025, the vehicle covered just 3,958 miles. This low annual mileage explains the rapid degradation seen on rubber and metal components, as the vehicle likely sat stationary for long periods without clearing surface rust through mechanical friction. A buyer must inspect the front braking system specifically, as the persistent pitting on the discs suggests they are nearing the end of their effective life despite the low mileage. The 2025 advisory regarding cracking and perishing rear tyres confirms that the rubber is aging by time rather than tread depth. You should also check the suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls for dry rot, as low-use vehicles often suffer from perished components in these areas. The structural integrity of the vehicle appears stable based on the record, but the focus remains on age-related decay of consumables and braking hardware.