CITROEN C22003 · 1.1L PETROL

The 2003 Citroen C2 has a mixed MOT history with both passed and failed results, but the most recent entries date back to 2014, over a decade ago. At 23 years old, the vehicle has accumulated 100,190 miles, averaging roughly 4,356 miles annually. This low mileage suggests either light usage or extended periods of inactivity, which can accelerate wear on components like seals, suspension, and brakes due to lack of use. However, the MOT data does not confirm whether the vehicle has been regularly driven or stored. The 2014-10-27 failed MOT identified critical issues, including a non-working nearside stop lamp, a wiper that failed to clear the windscreen, and excessive play in the nearside front suspension arm ball joint. Similar suspension arm problems were noted in earlier MOTs, such as the 2013-10-23 failure, which also highlighted severe brake inefficiency, imbalanced braking, and a deteriorated ball joint dust cover. These recurring suspension and brake issues indicate potential long-term neglect or unresolved repairs, raising concerns about the vehicle’s structural integrity and safety. Brake-related faults were particularly severe in the 2013-10-23 test, with the service brake efficiency below requirements and the parking brake grabbing excessively. While later MOTs showed some improvements, the 2014-10-27 failed test still listed suspension and tyre wear as significant defects. Tyre tread nearing the legal limit appeared in multiple tests, suggesting ongoing maintenance challenges.