2008 Citroen C4 1.6L Diesel · YT08 GKP

The Citroën C4’s most recent MOT test on 16 September 2025 confirms it remains roadworthy, with no defects recorded at 113,455 miles. This marks the fifth consecutive pass since April 2022, though the record includes a rare failure on 6 April 2022—unusually, no specific defects were logged, suggesting either a minor administrative oversight or a test anomaly. The absence of advisories or recurring issues across these tests implies the vehicle has not experienced persistent mechanical failures. However, the 18-month gap between the 2024 and 2025 tests—nearly double the standard 12-month interval—raises questions about whether the car was temporarily off the road or simply overlooked for its due MOT. The recorded mileage of 113,455 miles over 18 years aligns with typical usage for this age, averaging around 6,300 miles annually. There are no abrupt spikes or prolonged inactivity periods to suggest aggressive driving or neglect, though the gap between the 2022 failure and subsequent pass (7 days) is unusually brief and unexplained. The lack of mileage data between tests makes it impossible to confirm whether the car was driven at all during those intervals, but the consistent pass rates suggest no severe wear patterns were allowed to develop unchecked. Given the clean MOT history, a buyer should prioritise a thorough inspection of high-wear components that are not routinely tested. At this mileage and age, the suspension—particularly rear bushes and coil springs—will likely show fatigue, while brake calipers and discs may exhibit uneven wear or binding. Corrosion is a critical concern for a 2008 model, so the subframe, wheel arches, and exhaust system should be examined for pitting or structural compromise. The absence of advisories does not guarantee these areas are intact, so visual and functional checks are essential. Additionally, the 2022 failure—despite no recorded defects—warrants scrutiny of the test centre’s notes or service history, as it may indicate an undocumented issue that resolved itself or was overlooked.