2014 Citroen C4 1.6L Diesel · SN64 OAV

Recent test history reveals a shift toward wear in critical safety components, specifically the braking system and front suspension. While the vehicle passed its last recorded test on 16 September 2022, this followed a failure the previous day due to a dangerous defect involving nearside rear brake pads grinding into the disc. The presence of recurring advisories regarding thin front brake pads and worn suspension linkages suggests a trend of component degradation that was not present in the earlier, cleaner records. With 127,900 miles recorded over twelve years, the vehicle has averaged approximately 10,658 miles annually, which is typical for its age. This level of usage implies that high-wear items such as suspension bushings, brake discs, and drivetrain components have been subjected to standard operational stress. There are gaps in the MOT history between 2017 and 2019, though the overall mileage accumulation remains consistent with a vehicle used for regular commuting. Inspection should focus heavily on the front and rear braking systems to verify if the thin pads and grinding discs identified in 2022 were fully replaced. During a test drive, listen for metallic grinding or squealing during deceleration and feel for any pedal judder, which would indicate scored or warped discs resulting from the previously recorded dangerous pad wear. The offside front suspension requires scrutiny due to the recorded play in the ball joint and wear in the inner rear bush of the lower suspension arm. These defects typically manifest as unpredictable steering wander or audible knocking sounds when driving over speed bumps or uneven road surfaces. A physical inspection of the suspension linkages is necessary to determine if these components have been renewed since the 2022 advisories.