2018 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso 1.6L Diesel · VX18 XDL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a worsening trend regarding deferred mechanical repairs. While it passed the most recent test in May 2026 at 107,318 miles, the tester flagged new issues with pitted front and rear brake discs alongside a severely deteriorated offside front CV boot. This follows an April 2026 test where thin brake pads were noted on all sides, suggesting that the owner is only addressing components once they reach a failure threshold rather than performing proactive preventative maintenance. At 107,318 miles over eight years, this vehicle has covered an average of over 13,000 miles annually, which sits above the national average. The data shows a significant burst of activity between February 2025 and May 2026, where the car covered nearly 8,000 miles in just sixteen months. This high usage explains the accelerated wear on rubber components and suspension hardware, specifically the recurring failures of anti-roll bar joint dust covers and drive shaft boots across multiple test dates. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front suspension geometry, as the anti-roll bar ball joints and CV boots have appeared as persistent faults since at least 2025. The repeated deterioration of the CV boots poses a high risk of grease loss and eventual joint failure if not replaced immediately. Furthermore, the transition from thin pads in April to pitted discs in May 2026 indicates that the entire braking system now requires a full overhaul of pads and rotors to ensure effective stopping performance and to prevent caliper damage.