2018 Citroen C4 Grand Picasso 1.6L Diesel · YF18 GVL

The overall roadworthiness of the 2018 CITROEN C4 GRAND PICASSO is currently passing, but the maintenance trend is clearly worsening due to a sequence of failures in the 2025 season. The tester flagged binding rear brakes on two separate occasions in the September 2023 test at 52,000 miles, indicating that the braking system has deteriorated significantly since that initial passing. The mileage pattern reveals a stark imbalance between the vehicle's age and its operational history. The car was 8 years old in 2026, yet it has accumulated 239,658 miles, representing roughly 29,957 miles per year. This high mileage rate suggests that the owner has been using the vehicle at a very high frequency, likely for daily commuting or short trips, which accelerates wear on suspension components, brakes, and drivetrain parts. The gap between the September 2023 test and the September 2025 test marks a critical transition point where the vehicle was tested in good condition before its mechanical integrity began to fail. Given the recurring faults, particularly the binding brakes and the rapid mileage accumulation, the buyer must inspect the vehicle in person to identify any structural rust, corrosion, or excessive wear on suspension bushes or coil springs. The history indicates that basic upkeep was likely skipped during the 2025 period, leading to the accumulation of wear that has now reached a point of failure. A thorough visual and tactile inspection is required to determine whether the car can be safely driven or if it requires immediate professional servicing before any further mileage is added.