2022 Citroen C4 Shine Puretech S/S 1.2L Petrol · YA71 OML

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a shift from perfect scores to emerging mechanical wear. While the car passed in January 2026 at 32,761 miles, the tester identified two advisories that were not present in the previous year. The presence of play in the nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint and a nearside front tyre worn to the legal limit indicates that the vehicle is beginning to require attention regarding consumables after a period of clean records. The mileage pattern remains consistent with a four-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 8,200 miles per annum. Between the February 2025 and the January 2026 tests, the car covered 9,031 miles, suggesting steady and regular use. The single failure in February 2025 at 23,730 miles was a minor issue involving insufficient washer fluid, which was rectified immediately for the subsequent pass and does not suggest a history of neglecting major drivetrain or structural integrity. A buyer should prioritize a physical inspection of the front suspension components and tyre condition. The slight play noted in the nearside ball joint should be addressed soon to prevent further uneven tyre wear or steering instability. Given the recent advisory on the front tyre, the remaining tread depth and wear pattern across the axle should be verified to determine if the edge-wear is caused by an alignment issue or if the tyre has simply reached the end of its operational life.