2008 Citroen C4 1.6L Diesel · SY58 OCD

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, evidenced by clean passes across the last three annual examinations. The most recent test in March 2024 at 134,044 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the car currently meets the minimum legal safety and emissions standards. This follows a period of successful passes since a single failure in late 2020, suggesting that the current ownership has addressed necessary repairs to maintain a clean testing record. The mileage pattern is consistent with typical low-intensity use, averaging approximately 7,400 miles per year over its eighteen-year life. There is a notable gap in records between September 2021 and October 2022, where the vehicle covered 23,000 miles, followed by a more relaxed interval of roughly 6,000 miles over the following two years. This de-loading trend suggests the vehicle has not been subjected to heavy long-distance motorway de-stressing cycles or excessive idling, which generally reduces the strain on the drivetrain and suspension components compared to high-mileage counterparts. Despite the clean recent history, a buyer must perform a physical inspection of common Citroen C4 failure points that MOT tests do not always catch. Focus on the condition of the rubber suspension bushes and coil springs, as these often perish or sag over time regardless of mileage. Given the vehicle's age, checking the structural integrity for corrosion along the rear sills and wing arches is vital, as the MOT test only identifies significant rust once it becomes hazardous. Additionally, verify the brakes for binding calipers or uneven pad wear to ensure the lack of defects in 2024 reflects genuine mechanical health rather than a missed inspection point.