2010 Citroen C4 2.0L Diesel · YY10 OMF

The Citroën C4 presents a clean MOT history with no recorded defects across its latest four tests, though the pattern of consecutive passes and fails—most recently in June 2025 at 41,814 and 41,815 miles—suggests a minor but persistent administrative issue rather than mechanical failure. The vehicle passed both retests without advisories, indicating no underlying structural or safety concerns were identified by the tester. Given the absence of defects in the most recent valid MOT (June 2025), the car appears mechanically sound at this stage, though the repeated fails on identical mileages raise questions about whether the tester encountered a procedural error or if the vehicle was briefly off-road between tests. For a buyer, this inconsistency is unusual but not indicative of worsening mechanical trends, provided no other faults have been logged. The car’s mileage—41,815 miles over 16 years—averages just 2,613 miles annually, far below the UK average for its age. This low usage could imply the vehicle was driven sparingly, stored for long periods, or used primarily for short urban trips. The mileage gaps between tests are minimal (e.g., 17 miles between the June 2024 fail and pass, 1,767 miles between July 2024 and June 2025), suggesting the owner either kept the car in near-continuous use or drove it consistently at low mileages. There’s no evidence of rapid wear from high annual mileage, but the lack of recorded advisories over three years also means there’s no historical data to confirm whether minor wear items—such as suspension bushes, brake pads, or tyres—have been proactively maintained. Given the absence of defects, a buyer should still verify key wear components in person, particularly those prone to long-term neglect in low-mileage vehicles. Check the condition of the suspension—specifically the front coil springs, rear shock absorbers, and rubber bushes—for signs of drying or cracking, as these can degrade even with minimal use. Inspect the brake system thoroughly: binding calipers, uneven disc wear, or fluid leaks would not have been caught by the MOT if they developed gradually. Tyre tread depth and sidewall integrity should be assessed, as low-mileage cars often have tyres that have aged rather than worn. Finally, examine the underbody and wheel arches for corrosion, especially if the car was stored in damp conditions, as rust can compromise structural integrity over time. While the MOT record offers reassurance, the lack of advisories or defects does not preclude hidden issues in a vehicle this age. The buyer should prioritise a pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic, focusing on components that may not have been tested or were not visibly defective during the MOT. The clean history is a positive sign, but the administrative fails and low mileage warrant closer scrutiny of maintenance logs and service records.