2020 Citroen C3 1.2L Petrol · Y7 AVR

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift towards developing wear-related defects. The most recent test in August 2025 at 44,867 miles identified three distinct issues that were not present in previous clean inspections. The appearance of play in the nearside front suspension arm ball joint alongside surface perishing on both rear tyres indicates that the vehicle is entering a phase where rubber-based components and age-related degradation require attention. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. There is a notable gap in records between March 2023 at 25,050 miles and August 2024 at 36,092 miles, where the car covered over 11,000 miles in seventeen months. While low mileage generally reduces strain on the drivetrain and engine, it explains the premature degradation of the rear tyres, which often dry out and crack from age and standing despite the low distance driven. A buyer must physically inspect the front suspension components, as the ball joint flagged in 2025 can lead to steering instability or failure if left untreated. The advisory for thin brake pads in 2023 was followed by a clean test in 2024, suggesting maintenance was performed then, but the current state of the braking system should be verified. Furthermore, the cracking rear tyres require immediate replacement as perishing indicates the rubber compound has lost structural integrity regardless of the remaining tread depth.