2010 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · CA59 VUD

The vehicle presents a worsening maintenance trend, as evidenced by the most recent MOT test on 21 July 2026 at 96,695 miles. While the car passed after a failure, the tester flagged several significant issues including a binding offside rear service brake, a corroded nearside brake pipe covered in grease, and a front tyre worn to the legal limit. These defects suggest that while the vehicle is being kept operational, the quality of preventative maintenance is declining, with several mechanical issues persisting or resurfacing from previous years. The mileage accumulation is consistent with a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 6,000 miles per year. The records show a steady progression from 43,335 miles in January 2016 to the current 96,695 miles. This pattern indicates regular, predictable usage rather than long periods of inactivity. However, the frequency of failures has increased in recent years, moving from a clean record in 2018 and 2019 to more frequent technical issues appearing between 2022 and 2026. A prospective buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the braking system and chassis. The record shows a recurring issue with binding brakes, specifically noted in July 2022 and again in July 2026. The presence of a corroded brake pipe in the most recent test, combined with a previous hydraulic leak in July 2022, indicates potential long-term issues with the braking lines and fluid integrity. The grease covering the corroded pipe is a concern, as it may have been used to mask the extent of the corrosion from inspectors. Suspension and wheel integrity also require scrutiny. The vehicle has a history of distorted road wheels, with defects noted in July 2024 and July 2025, and a failure in July 2026 due to a distorted nearside front wheel. Previous reports of corrosion on the Macpherson struts in July 2022 suggest that the vehicle is susceptible to structural degradation from rust. An inspection should focus on the condition of the suspension components, the integrity of all brake lines, and the presence of any further corrosion on the underside of the chassis.