2015 Citroen C3 1.6L Diesel · SY65 MDO

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the most recent inspection indicates a shift toward reactive maintenance rather than preventative care. Following a pass in September 2024, the car failed its September 2025 test just six days later due to an excessively worn offside front suspension arm ball joint and a perished nearside front anti-roll bar dust cover. While the car passed the retest at 106,772 miles, the presence of pitted and scored brake discs on both axles suggests that braking components are reaching the end of their effective service life. At 106,772 miles, the Citroen has averaged approximately 9,700 miles per year, which aligns with typical national averages for a vehicle of this age. The mileage progression shows consistent usage, with a 13,300-mile gap between the 2024 and 2025 tests, and another 13,700-mile interval between 2023 and 2024. This steady accumulation suggests the car is used regularly, which explains the mechanical wear on rubber-based components and metal surfaces noted in the more recent records. A buyer should conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension and steering geometry, as the failure of the ball joints and anti-roll bar boots in 2025 indicates that other components may be nearing similar limits. The pitting and scoring on the brake discs noted in the 2025 test are a sign of surface corrosion or thinning from age and heavy use, which will likely require replacement soon to ensure consistent stopping performance. Additionally, verify the CV boots on the drive shafts for tears, as the history shows a previous severe deterioration back in 2022, and check the tyre sidewalls for signs of dry perishing similar to the cracking noted in the 2023 record.