CITROEN CX1979 · 2.3L PETROL

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness trend based on the available data, though a significant gap in testing exists. The most recent MOT recorded in June 2019 at 94,660 miles passed with no defects, indicating that the car was in good mechanical condition at that time. However, because no tests have been recorded in the subsequent seven years, the current roadworthiness of the vehicle is unverified and likely suffers from degradation due to age-related component failure and potential long periods of inactivity. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 47-year-old Citroen, averaging approximately 2,000 miles per year. There is a thirteen-year gap between the July 2006 test at 79,146 miles and the June 2019 test at 94,660 miles. This pattern suggests the vehicle spent long periods in storage or remained stationary. While low mileage reduces mechanical wear on the drivetrain, it often leads to perished rubber components, dried fluid breakdown, and internal corrosion that mileage alone does not reflect. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the hydropneumatic system, as the 2006 failure noted a corroded and weakened rear fluid suspension supply pipe. Despite the later 2019 pass, these systems are prone to sudden leaks and structural weakening if the car sits without use. The 2006 record also highlighted poor parking brake efficiency and a rough offside front wheel bearing, indicating that the braking system and wheel assemblies require close scrutiny to ensure they have not seized or degraded during the long intervals between tests. Given the age and lack of recent testing data, a physical check for structural rust in the sills and cracking in rubber hoses is essential before purchase.