2014 Citroen C3 1.6L Petrol · YR64 BZH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a pattern of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent MOT test in April 2026 at 44,362 miles showed an initial failure due to a split offside front prop shaft CV boot and pitted rear brake discs. While it passed the immediate retest, the recurring nature of the brake component issues across multiple years suggests the owner only addresses mechanical faults when they threaten an MOT rather than performing scheduled maintenance. At 12 years old, the recorded mileage of 44,362 miles is significantly low, averaging approximately 3,700 miles per year. This low usage profile often leads to vehicles sitting stationary for extended periods, which explains the persistent surface corrosion and pitting noted on the brake discs. The data shows consistent annual intervals of roughly 2,500 to 4,000 miles between 2024 and 2026, indicating the car is used sparingly but remains subject to the age-related degradation of rubber components and oxidation of exposed metal surfaces. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system and drivetrain components. The history shows repeated failures for front and rear brake discs from 2024 through 2026, indicating the discs are likely thinning or heavily corroded from lack of use. The offside front CV boot failure in 2026 needs to be inspected for grease leakage or further tearing, as a failed boot leads to expensive drive shaft replacement. Structural attention is also required regarding the 2024 advisory at 39,925 miles, which flagged corrosion on the rear subframe mounting area. While this was not considered excessive at the time, low-mileage cars often suffer from accelerated rust if stored in damp environments. The buyer should verify the integrity of the subframe to ensure the corrosion has not progressed into a structural failure that would necessitate a future MOT failure.