2008 Citroen C4 1.7L Petrol · PE08 ABX

The most recent MOT test on 22 January 2024 resulted in a pass with no recorded defects. Looking back through the records for 2023 and 2022, the vehicle has maintained a consistently clean history with no advisories or failures. This indicates a stable maintenance trend, suggesting that the vehicle has been kept in a roadworthy condition and that any wear and tear has likely been addressed before the annual inspection. With a recorded mileage of 114,043 miles over an eighteen year period, the vehicle has averaged approximately 6,336 miles per year. This usage rate is typical for a car of this vintage and suggests a balanced duty cycle. While the mileage is not excessively high, it is sufficient to mean that high-wear consumables and drivetrain components have seen significant use, though the absence of MOT failures suggests these have been managed effectively. Given the clean MOT history, a physical inspection should focus on age-related degradation that may not be captured in a standard test. You should closely examine the tyre sidewalls for signs of perishing or hairline cracking, as rubber degrades over time regardless of tread depth. Check the brake discs for surface corrosion or evidence of binding calipers, which can occur if the vehicle has experienced periods of inactivity. The condition of the 12V battery should also be verified, as older batteries can fail suddenly despite the car starting normally. Particular attention should be paid to the service history to ensure that calendar-based fluid changes have been performed. Brake fluid and engine coolant degrade over time and should be replaced according to the manufacturer's intervals to prevent internal corrosion. Additionally, inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for signs of fatigue or heavy corrosion, which are common in vehicles of this age. A test drive should be used to listen for any knocks or clunks from the underbody and to ensure the gear changes are smooth and the engine idle is stable.