2014 Citroen C3 1.6L Diesel · PA52 PPA

The vehicle remains roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT test in March 2026 at 52,755 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable but reveals a clear pattern of reactive maintenance regarding rubber-related components. While the car consistently passes its inspections, the persistence of tyre advisories across multiple years suggests that the owner prioritises basic operation over preventative replacement until faults reach legal or safety thresholds. At 12 years old, the recorded mileage of 52,755 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 4,400 miles per year. This low usage profile is evident in the interval between February 2025 and March 2026, where the vehicle covered only 1,787 miles over a fourteen-month period. However, such low mileage on an aged vehicle often leads to age-related degradation of materials, which is corroborated by the recurring cracking and perishing noted in the MOT history despite the despite the low overall tread wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of all four tyres, as the record flagged perishing and uneven wear repeatedly in 2023, 2024, and 2025. These issues indicate that the rubber is likely out of useful life due to age and exposure rather than distance. The buyer should also verify the adult seatbelt tension and condition, as the presence of child seats prevented full inspections of these components during the last three consecutive tests. Given the low mileage, specific attention should also be paid to brake corrosion on the discs and seized caliper sliders, as components often suffer when a vehicle remains stationary for long periods.