2004 Citroen C3 1.4L Petrol · WP04 WFX

The most recent MOT in August 2021 recorded a failure at 90,136 miles, yet the defect list is blank. This anomaly suggests a possible administrative or procedural issue, but it leaves the vehicle without a valid test for nearly five years. Earlier tests from 2018 to 2020 all passed cleanly with no advisories, indicating the car was in sound mechanical order during that period. The maintenance trend appears stable up to 2021, but the long gap since then casts serious doubt on current roadworthiness. The mileage pattern shows low annual use: roughly 4,100 miles per year across 22 years. Readings climbed steadily from 80,869 miles in May 2018 to 86,762 in May 2019, then 87,857 in July 2020, and finally 90,136 in August 2021. Annual mileage dropped sharply after 2019, with only about 2,279 miles in the final year before the last test. No mileage has been recorded since 2021, implying the car may have been laid up or used sparingly. A buyer must inspect for structural corrosion, a known issue on this model, especially on the underside and suspension mounting points. Check brake discs and calipers for binding or seizure from standing, and examine tyre condition for age-related cracking. The exhaust system and coolant hoses should be assessed for deterioration. Without a recent MOT, the vehicle's compliance with current safety standards is unverified. A thorough pre-purchase inspection and a fresh MOT are essential before any decision.