2016 Citroen C4 1.2L Petrol · YY16 SXP

The Citroën C4’s most recent MOT test on 12 April 2025—just 11 months before today—confirmed full roadworthiness with no defects recorded. This suggests the vehicle has maintained a stable condition over the past two test cycles, though the history reveals an unusual pattern of duplicate entries for both 2023 and 2024, where a single test date lists both a pass and a fail at identical mileages. While the latest pass indicates no immediate mechanical failures, the repetition of these entries warrants scrutiny, as they may imply administrative errors or, less likely, deliberate manipulation of the record. The absence of advisories or recurring faults in the cleanest entries (2023 and 2025) does not preclude underlying issues, particularly in high-wear areas like suspension or brakes, which are not always captured in a single MOT cycle. The recorded mileage of 73,774 miles over ten years equates to an average of approximately 7,377 miles annually, which is typical for a vehicle of this age. However, the gap between the 2023 and 2024 tests—where mileage jumped from 62,128 to 68,172 in just under a year—suggests either a period of heavy use or a lapse in mileage recording. The subsequent 5,602-mile increase to 73,774 over the next 12 months aligns with a more consistent usage pattern. Notably, the lack of intermediate MOTs or service records means critical maintenance intervals—such as suspension bush replacements or brake fluid flushes—cannot be confirmed. The absence of any advisories in the cleanest tests implies the vehicle has not yet reached the point of obvious failure in major systems, but this does not guarantee all preventative maintenance has been performed. Given the cleanest MOT records, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the suspension components, particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, which often degrade around this mileage range. The brakes, though not explicitly failed, may show uneven wear or binding calipers, especially if the vehicle has experienced rapid mileage accumulation. Structural integrity should also be assessed, particularly around wheel arches and sills, where corrosion can compromise safety without immediate MOT failure. The duplicate entries raise suspicion about the vehicle’s true history, so verifying service records for items like timing belt replacements (if applicable), differential fluid changes, and exhaust system integrity is essential. The absence of advisories in recent tests does not negate the need for thorough scrutiny of wear items like tyres, wiper blades, and fluid levels, which are not always flagged until they reach critical thresholds.