2014 Citroen C3 1.2L Petrol · YY64 PUU

The C3 presents a mixed maintenance picture. The most recent test on 1 April 2026 at 41,104 miles resulted in a pass, but only after an initial failure on the same day flagged headlamp aim set too high, both rear registration plate lamps inoperative, and a perished offside rear tyre. These are minor electrical and cosmetic items, yet the need for a retest suggests the owner addressed them only after the MOT identified the faults. Front brake pads were noted as wearing thin and both front discs were worn, though not excessively. This indicates the braking system is approaching service limits and requires monitoring. The mileage profile is notably low for a 2014 vehicle. At roughly 3,425 miles per year, the car has seen very light use. The record shows a jump from 24,115 miles in April 2025 to 41,104 miles by April 2026, an increase of nearly 17,000 miles in a single year. That is a significant spike compared to the prior annual average and suggests either a change in ownership or a sudden shift to regular commuting. Before that, mileage accumulation was gradual, rising from 21,965 miles in April 2024 to 24,115 miles in April 2025, a far more typical pattern of around 2,150 miles per year. A buyer should focus the physical inspection on the front brake components. The tester flagged worn pads and worn discs at the most recent test, meaning replacement is likely due soon. The recurring tyre advisories, a torn nearside rear tyre in 2025 and a perished offside rear tyre in 2026, point to age-related deterioration rather than simple wear. Given the low annual mileage, the rubber may be original or long-life replacements that have simply perished with age. Check the sidewalls for cracking and confirm the date codes. The headlamp aim fault, while resolved, warrants a quick check that the beam pattern is even and that the adjusters have not been forced or damaged. With such low recorded mileage, structural rust is unlikely, but inspect the underside for surface corrosion on suspension mounting points and brake lines, as short-trip use and long standing periods can accelerate that.