2009 Citroen C3 1.4L Petrol · T7 JEL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, having passed its most recent MOT on 16 January 2026 at 54,058 miles with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend appears stable, though the record shows a pattern of immediate re-tests. The car failed its inspections on 30 July 2025 and 30 July 2024, yet passed shortly after both occasions without any specific defects being listed in the history. The mileage is exceptionally low for a 2009 model, averaging roughly 3,180 miles per year. A significant jump in usage occurred between 27 July 2023, when the car had 46,353 miles, and 30 July 2024, when it reached 53,874 miles. This indicates a period of increased activity totaling 7,521 miles in a single year, followed by a sharp decline in usage over the subsequent two years. Low-mileage vehicles of this age often suffer from deterioration due to inactivity rather than wear. A buyer should specifically inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion and check for binding calipers, as the car has covered only 52 miles between July 2025 and January 2026. Rubber components, including suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls, should be checked for perishing or cracking caused by long periods of standing. The absence of recorded advisories across several years is unusual for a seventeen-year-old vehicle. It is advisable to perform a thorough physical check of the chassis and sills for structural rust, as these common Citroen failure points are not highlighted in this specific data set. Confirming the condition of the battery and fluid levels will determine if the low mileage reflects careful ownership or neglect through disuse.