2015 Citroen C3 1.0L Petrol · SO65 DLE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a successful test on 26 May 2026 at 33,283 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, despite an initial failure on that same day due to both the nearside and offside front tyres being worn below the legal 1.0mm limit. The fact that these defects were rectified immediately to achieve a pass suggests the current owner is willing to address safety-critical failures once flagged by the tester. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,000 miles per year. Between March 2023 at 23,706 miles and March 2025 at 29,358 miles, the car covered only 6,052 miles. This low usage rate often reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain and engine components, but it increases the risk of age-related degradation in rubber parts and brake components seizing due to long periods of inactivity or low-speed operation. A physical inspection should focus on the braking system, specifically the advisory from the 2025 test at 29,358 miles regarding slight corrosion to the rear brake hose ferrule. While the vehicle passed since then, corrosion on hydraulic lines can lead to sudden failure if left unaddressed. The buyer should also inspect the condition of the suspension bushes and sidewalls, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer from perished rubber and cracking rather than mechanical tread wear. Given the recent tyre failure, verifying the age and quality of the replacement tyres is essential to ensure they are not aged rubber.