2015 Citroen C3 1.2L Petrol · YY15 ETA

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift from perfect records to emerging consumable neglect. The most recent test in March 2026 at 25,494 miles returned a pass despite advisories regarding tyre perishing and damage on the offside rear and both rear tyres. This contrasts with the clean sheets from the previous four years, suggesting that the low-usage pattern is now leading to age-related degradation of rubber components. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eleven-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,300 miles per year. Between March 2022 and March 2026, the car covered only 3,509 miles, indicating a pattern of infrequent use or long periods of storage. While this reduces mechanical wear on the engine and gearbox, it often leads to secondary issues such as dry seals, seized calipers, and tyre corrosion, which is evident in the recent tyre issues noted in the latest MOT entry. A buyer must prioritise a physical inspection of the tyre set, as the March 2026 advisory specifically flagged cracking and perishing across the rear axle. Given the March 2025 test at 24,759 miles noted worn front brake discs, the buyer should verify if these have been replaced or if the pads are thinning unevenly due to sitting stationary. The underside should also be checked for surface rust on brake lines and suspension mounts, as low-mileage vehicles often suffer more from corrosion than from mechanical fatigue.