2009 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · CV09 NWG

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. The most recent test in January 2026 at 101,153 miles shows the car passing after an initial failure for blown position lamps and a minor oil leak. While the immediate safety failures were rectified, the recurring nature of suspension and exhaust issues across previous years suggests that the owner only addresses faults once they threaten an MOT pass certificate. At 101,153 miles, this 17-year-old Citroen C1 has averaged approximately 5,950 miles per year, which is significantly below the national average for its age. The data shows consistent usage, with roughly 8,400 miles driven between January 2024 and 2025, and another 8,400 miles between January 2025 and 2026. This low mileage often leads to the degradation of rubber components and seals due to age, which aligns with the mechanical failures noted in the record. A buyer must pay close attention to the front suspension geometry, as the nearside front suspension arm bushes were flagged as worn in three consecutive tests starting in 2024. The steering rack inner joints also showed play in 2024, which requires physical inspection to ensure this has not worsened. Furthermore, the heavy corrosion noted on the exhaust mountings and the rear axle in 2024 necessitates a thorough check for structural integrity to ensure that rust has not progressed beyond the surface level. The oil leak identified in the January 2026 test requires investigation to determine if it is a simple sump cover leak or a more significant seal failure. Given the binding offside rear service brake recorded in 2024, a road test should be performed to ensure the calipers are not seizing or causing uneven tyre wear. The previous failure for an exposed tyre cord in 2025 indicates a lapse in basic consumable inspections, so the current condition and age of all four tyres must be verified.