2012 Citroen C3 1.4L Diesel · NL12 XRB

This 2012 Citroen C3 holds a current MOT certificate issued on April 2 2026 at 110,367 miles following the swift rectification of a fractured nearside front coil spring and a blown position lamp caught during an initial refusal the day prior. The vehicle demonstrates a persistent pattern of failing its annual tests on mechanical wear before achieving a pass, though the frequency of major component failures highlights a history of reactive rather than proactive maintenance by previous keepers. Recurring issues with suspension fractures, braking components, and constant velocity gaiters indicate that the chassis works hard under normal use and demands ongoing financial outlay to remain roadworthy. Mileage accumulation sits at roughly 7,883 miles per year across its fourteen-year life, which aligns with typical UK driving patterns, yet the chronological data reveals notable anomalies in annual distance covered. The vehicle recorded 105,980 miles by March 2019 before displaying a lower reading of 76,373 miles in March 2021, suggesting either a period of inactivity with a replacement instrument cluster fitted or an administrative recording error during the COVID-19 pandemic period. Following the March 2020 test at 114,145 miles, the odometer progression stabilised through subsequent years to reach its current figure of 110,367 miles in 2026, pointing to a recent reduction in annual mileage usage. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front and rear suspension turrets, given the history of snapped coil springs, including the nearside front failure in April 2026 and the nearside rear breakage in March 2025. The braking system requires careful scrutiny for potential binding calipers and worn friction surfaces, evidenced by persistent advisories and failures for thin pads, scored discs, and binding rear service brakes across multiple years from 2019 through 2025. Finally, check the condition of the drive shaft constant velocity boots and exhaust mountings, as splits in the rubber gaiters and loose heat shields appear regularly throughout the historical record and require immediate remediation to prevent premature joint failure.