2016 Citroen C3 1.6L Diesel · SL16 WTM

The vehicle maintains a positive roadworthiness status with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent MOT test conducted on 30 October 2025 at 12,582 miles resulted in a clean pass, indicating that the mechanical and structural components currently meet the required standard. This follows a period of clean passes, suggesting the vehicle has not suffered from significant mechanical failures or structural neglect. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a ten-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 1,258 miles per year. Data from April 2019 at 5,223 miles to October 2025 at 12,582 miles shows consistent, low-usage patterns rather than long periods of abandonment. While this low mileage reduces wear on the engine and drivetrain, it introduces specific risks associated with stationary or long-term storage, where rubber-based components can degrade due to age and environmental exposure rather than physical friction from distance driven. A buyer must pay close attention to the rubber components despite the low mileage. The 20 June 2024 test at 11,917 miles flagged all four tyres for cracking, which is a clear sign of dry rot caused by age rather than tread depth. This condition should be inspected across the vehicle, including sidewalls and suspension bushes, which may suffer similar degradation. Additionally, a physical inspection should check the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting from lack of use and verify the drive belt and coolant hoses for cracking, as these materials become brittle over time regardless of mileage recorded.