2020 Citroen C3 Aircross 1.2L Petrol · SM20 XFD

A clean pass on the most recent examination dated 11 August 2026 reinforces what is otherwise an unblemished roadworthiness record, with no failures recorded across four DVSA tests and no advisories raised at the 2024 or 2026 appointments. The only defects documented across the entire history are three advisories spread across the 2023 and 2025 tests, all minor in nature and none approaching the threshold for failure. The absence of any structural corrosion advisories, suspension component warnings, or persistent defect patterns is a positive indicator for a vehicle of this age, suggesting that the core mechanical items routinely scrutinised under the MOT regime have remained within tolerance throughout the recorded period. With 49,248 miles accumulated over roughly six years, the vehicle averages approximately 8,208 miles annually, which sits comfortably within the typical range for a car of its age and segment. There are no extended gaps in the testing history that would imply significant periods off the road, and the mileage progression between tests is consistent with regular use rather than long-term storage or sudden spikes in activity. This kind of moderate, steady accumulation tends to be kinder to components such as brake discs, suspension bushes, and drivetrain mounts than either very low mileage with extended standing periods or substantially higher annual figures. Consumable wear, particularly on brake friction surfaces and tyres, is therefore likely to be progressing at a predictable rate rather than being influenced by atypical usage. The 2025 advisory relating to the central front exhaust mounting and both hangers breaking off warrants close attention at the point of purchase. At three years old, a deteriorating exhaust hanger is relatively unusual and suggests that the rubber mountings may have perished or the system has been subject to vibration or contact with the underbody. On inspection, the buyer should listen for any rattling or clonking from beneath the centre of the car on start-up, over rough surfaces, and during throttle lift-off, as a failing hanger can allow the exhaust to drop and contact the heat shield or chassis. It is also worth checking visually underneath for any signs of the exhaust sitting lower than expected, any fresh securing hardware, or evidence of recent repair to the mounting area that might warrant further questioning. The brake disc advisories from 2023 and 2025, affecting the rear disc in 2023 and the front discs in 2025, indicate a gradual accumulation of surface pitting and scoring consistent with regular road use. These were not considered serious enough to fail at the time, but front and rear discs have now both been flagged at separate tests, so the buyer should anticipate that one or both axles may soon require disc replacement, particularly if pad wear has continued in the intervening period. On a test drive, attention should be paid to any vibration through the steering wheel or brake pedal under firm application, any grinding or pulsating sensation, and any pulling to one side under braking which could indicate uneven disc wear or a binding caliper. Given the mileage and the disc history, a thorough inspection of pad thickness, caliper slide pins, and brake fluid condition would be a prudent step before purchase, alongside confirming the exhaust mounting has been properly rectified rather than left to deteriorate further.