2007 Citroen C3 1.4L Diesel · SP57 WWS

The vehicle is currently unroadworthy and shows a clear trend of worsening structural integrity. The most recent recorded test in May 2022 at 73,593 miles resulted in a failure due to severe structural corrosion. The tester identified excessive corrosion on the sills, chassis legs, and suspension mounting areas, which significantly reduced structural strength. Given that no MOT has been recorded since this 2022 failure, the vehicle has been expired for four years and is likely unsafe for road use. The mileage profile is notably low for a 19-year-old car, averaging approximately 3,873 miles per year. While low mileage often suggests less wear on engine components, the data indicates that this vehicle has suffered from significant environmental degradation. Between October 2018 and May 2022, the car covered only 10,114 miles, yet the inspection records show a consistent failure to maintain basic safety standards and a progression of deep rust, suggesting the car likely sat stationary or in damp conditions despite the low annual usage. A buyer must conduct a rigorous physical inspection of the chassis and underbody to determine the extent of the structural rot identified in 2022. The history shows recurring issues with the braking system, including binding calipers and failed parking brake efficiency across 2019 and 2022. The structural failure of the seat belt anchorage in 2019 indicates that the corrosion has moved beyond surface-level into critical safety components. Particular attention should be paid to the front crossmember and inner wings, as these were flagged as heavily corroded in the final test.