2006 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · CE06 ACO

The 2022-08-04 MOT at 116,135 miles passed with no defects, confirming that the Citroen C1 is presently roadworthy. The preceding 2022-07-15 test recorded multiple failures, including an ineffective bonnet retaining device, negligible damping from offside front shock absorbers, inoperative parking brake and brake pads below 1.5 mm, indicating that the vehicle required remedial work before the recent pass. Overall the maintenance record shows an improving trend, with the latest test resolving earlier shortcomings. The vehicle, first registered in 2006, has accumulated 116,135 miles, averaging about 5,800 miles per year, which is low for its age but reflects periods of limited use. Mileage rose from 44,500 miles in the 2014 test to 116,135 miles by 2022, a gain of 71,635 miles over eight years, or roughly 8,954 miles annually. The jump from 105,296 miles in June 2021 to 116,135 miles in July 2022 represents a 10,839‑mile increase in just over a year, suggesting intensified usage, while earlier intervals such as the 22,185‑mile rise between June 2020 and June 2021 show consistent accumulation without long standing periods. A buyer should therefore inspect the front suspension bushes, which have shown repeated deterioration of rubber mounts, and verify that the offside front shock absorbers now provide adequate damping. The recent test recorded no brake defects, but previous entries noted pads under 1.5 mm and a binding rear brake condition, so a close examination of brake discs, calipers and pad thickness is essential. The 2022-07-15 failures in headlamp intensity and beam aim must be confirmed as resolved, and the bonnet retaining device should be tested for secure closure. Tyre tread depth below 1.6 mm was noted in 2021 and 2019, so current tread depth and sidewall condition require verification. No explicit rust advisories appear, yet the repeated suspension and chassis component alerts warrant a visual inspection for corrosion around wheel arches and the chassis frame. These items represent the principal mechanical concerns a prospective purchaser must address before finalising the purchase.