1972 CITROEN DYANE1.5L PETROL

The vehicle presents a significant roadworthiness risk due to a complete absence of testing for over fourteen years. While the last recorded test in September 2011 at 67,822 miles showed no defects, the car has not undergone an MOT inspection since that date. The maintenance trend prior to 2011 was unstable, moving from a structural failure in 2010 to a pass the following year. Without contemporary data, the present state of the chassis and safety-critical components remains entirely unknown. The recorded mileage of 67,822 miles over 54 years reflects an average usage of approximately 1,256 miles per year. This low mileage suggests the vehicle was likely stored or used sparingly. However, the fifteen-year gap between the final 2011 MOT and the current date of 2026 is critical. Long periods of standing in vehicles of this age often lead to degradation of rubber components, seized brake calipers, and internal corrosion, which can be more damaging than standard mechanical wear from high-mileage driving. A physical inspection must focus on the structural integrity of the front suspension arms, which failed in July 2010 on both the nearside and offside sides due to serious corrosion and weakening. The buyer should check for invasive rust in these mounting points and the sills. The braking system also requires scrutiny, specifically regarding the history of pitted discs and low parking brake efficiency noted between 2009 and 2010. Given the age and inactivity, all hydraulic lines, cylinders, and suspension bushes must be inspected for perished rubber or leaks-related failure.