2014 Citroen C4 1.6L Diesel · SN14 LCK

The vehicle's roadworthiness shows a concerning downward trend following a period of relative stability. While the car passed tests in 2022 and 2024, the most recent inspection on 21 May 2026 at 127,658 miles resulted in a failure. The tester identified a lagging nearside front service brake alongside widespread pitting and scoring on all four brake discs. This recent failure suggests a lapse in basic maintenance, specifically regarding the braking system, which had previously shown minor wear in 2023. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 10,600 miles per year. The data shows steady usage from 2017 through 2026, with no significant periods of long-term inactivity. The jump from 108,872 miles in July 2024 to 121,094 miles in July 2025, and finally to 127,658 miles in May 2026, indicates a regular driving pattern. This consistent use explains the gradual degradation of consumable components like tyres and brake discs seen throughout the record. A prospective buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of the braking system and suspension components. The record shows recurring issues with brake disc corrosion and a recent failure due to a lagging caliper, which necessitates checking for binding or uneven braking performance. Suspension components have also been a persistent theme, with various ball joints and bushes flagged for play or wear in 2017, 2023, and 2025. The history also reveals intermittent issues with tyres and electronic systems, such as the tyre pressure monitoring system and supplementary restraint system faults noted in July 2023. Given the recent failure, it is essential to verify that all remedial work on the brakes has been completed to a high standard and that the vehicle is not merely passing on a fresh MOT without addressing the underlying mechanical wear.