2012 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · CE12 GXD

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance history indicates a stable trend of recurring mechanical defects without proactive resolution. In the most recent test in November 2025 at 52,747 miles, the car presented advisories for a worn front anti-roll bar linkage and corroded offside rear brake pipes. While the vehicle has consistently passed, the persistence of the brake pipe corrosion across four consecutive years suggests that this specificion is being monitored rather than replaced, posing a future failure risk. The mileage profile is notably low for a 14-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,768 miles per year. The data shows consistent low-impact usage, moving from 35,343 miles in November 2021 to 52,747 miles by late 2025. This low annual mileage explains the relatively low wear on the engine and drivetrain, but it often correlates with the gradual degradation of rubber components and surface-level corrosion due to the vehicle sitting stationary for extended periods. A prospective buyer should conduct a close inspection of the offside rear braking system, which has been flagged for corrosion since at least 2022. The presence of grease or material covering the corroded pipe may mask the extent of the decay, necessitating a thorough cleaning. Additionally, the front anti-roll bar linkages have appeared as worn in 2021 and 2025, indicating the suspension bushes are nearing the end of their lifespan. Given the history of uneven tyre wear in 2023, the wheel alignment geometry should also be verified to ensure the suspension components are not causing premature tyre failure.