2010 Citroen C-Crosser 2.2L Diesel · YH60 DVB

The Citroen C-Crosser passed its most recent MOT on 5 January 2026 at 199,063 miles, but the record reveals a borderline status rather than a clean bill of health. That same day the vehicle initially failed on both front tyre tread depth before passing a retest, suggesting the owner replaced the tyres immediately to secure the certificate. The overall maintenance trend is stable to slightly worsening. Recurring advisories for corrosion across the sub-frame, suspension mounts, inner sills and integral body structure have persisted since at least September 2023, and while testers have consistently judged structural rigidity not significantly reduced, the language has remained unchanged across multiple tests, indicating surface corrosion is being managed rather than remedied. Front brake discs have also appeared as worn or pitted in both the 2023 and 2026 tests, pointing to a recurring consumable wear pattern rather than a one-off defect. At 199,063 miles over approximately 16 years, the annualised rate of roughly 12,441 miles is high for a vehicle of this age. The gap between the September 2024 pass at 192,566 miles and the January 2026 pass at 199,063 miles represents 6,497 miles in around 16 months, which is below the earlier long-term average and may indicate reduced use in the period leading up to the latest test. The 2023 to 2024 interval shows a similar modest accumulation of 1,840 miles over 12 months, reinforcing the impression of lighter recent use. No significant gaps or anomalies appear in the recorded mileage progression, and the record is consistent rather than sparse. A buyer should prioritise a thorough underbody inspection focused on the areas repeatedly flagged for corrosion. The sub-frame, rear suspension and axle mounting points, and both inner sills have drawn corrosion advisories in multiple tests, and while each tester concluded structural integrity was not significantly compromised, the cumulative pattern suggests long-term exposure to moisture and road salt without comprehensive treatment. The vehicle is noted as undersealed, but the persistence of corrosion advisories calls into question the quality and coverage of that protection. Front brake discs and pads should be measured for thickness and lateral run-out, given the repeated mentions of wear and pitting. Suspension bushes and track rod ends also warrant close examination; slight play was noted on both front track rod ends in September 2023, and no subsequent rectification appears in the record. Tyre condition and age should be checked directly, since the January 2026 failure on tread depth indicates the previous set was run to the legal minimum before replacement.