2010 Citroen C3 1.4L Petrol · PE60 AEK

The vehicle is currently road‑worthy, having passed the 21 July 2026 MOT at 69,487 miles with no recorded defects. The recent failure on 9 July 2026 for excessive carbon‑monoxide was rectified, indicating an improving emissions condition and an overall stable maintenance trend. Mileage averages roughly 4,300 miles per year across sixteen years, well below typical usage for a 2010 model. The odometer rose by only 1,011 miles between the 2025‑08‑23 test (69,478 miles) and the 2026‑07‑21 test, showing consistent, low‑intensity operation with no abrupt spikes. Repeated front‑suspension issues dominate the record: the off‑side front suspension arm ball joint showed slight play in September 2023, progressed to excessive wear by August 2025, and a near‑side front coil spring fractured in the same 2025 test. Corrosion of suspension mounting areas on both front and rear subframes was noted in September 2024. Brake pads and discs have been flagged as thin or pitted from 2018 onward, while tyre tread approached legal limits in 2022. An oil leak was recorded in September 2024, and the exhaust system failed emissions testing in July 2026. A prospective buyer should inspect the front suspension for ball‑joint looseness, verify the integrity of the coil springs, and assess any rust on subframe mounting points. Brake pads, discs and tyre tread should be measured for remaining life. A visual check of the exhaust system and any oil seepage around the engine bay will confirm that the recent emissions and leak issues have been fully resolved.