2012 Citroen C3 1.4L Petrol · YF12 ABU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a worsening trend of deferred repairs and significant mechanical neglect. While the most recent test in April 2026 passed, it flagged multiple advisories including worn front brake discs, perished tyres, and a defective exhaust mounting. This follows a major failure in January 2025 where the car presented with critical faults including an ABS failure, SRS warning lamp, and inoperative parking brakes, suggesting that the owner only addresses faults when forced by a test failure. The mileage data indicates an extreme rate of usage in the later years. Between January 2024 at 126,887 miles and January 2025 at 221,241 miles, the vehicle covered over 94,000 miles in just thirteen months. This high-intensity use explains the rapid degradation seen in consumable components like tyres and brakes. The jump of nearly 100,000 miles in a single year is unusual for a vehicle of this age and places strain on the engine, suspension, and structural components. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking and suspension systems. The record shows a recurring history of parking brake efficiency issues and track rod end play dating back to 2021. The recent advisory for pitted and scored front discs indicates the braking system is nearing the end of its effective life. Furthermore, the ABS fault reported in 2025 should be verified to ensure the sensor or pump unit was properly rectified. Given the high mileage, an inspection for oil leaks and the structural integrity of the exhaust system and corrosion is essential to ensure the vehicle has not suffered beyond standard wear.