2021 Citroen C1 Shine 1.0L Petrol · CV71 URB

The Citroen C1 Shine presents as roadworthy with a stable maintenance trend. The most recent test on 28 November 2025 at 4,372 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, matching the clean result from 5 December 2024 at 3,688 miles. Two consecutive annual tests with zero advisories indicates the previous keeper maintained the car to a standard that satisfied DVSA criteria. The mileage pattern shows exceptionally low use for a 2021 registration. Between December 2024 and November 2025 the car covered only 684 miles, averaging roughly 874 miles per year across its life. Such low accumulation suggests prolonged standing periods rather than regular commuting. Sparse test data limits deep trend analysis, but the absence of any flagged wear across both records points to light duty cycles on consumables and drivetrain. A buyer should still verify in person the condition of components prone to deterioration through disuse. Long stationary intervals can stiffen suspension bushes, encourage corrosion on brake discs, and degrade tyres or perished rubber even when mileages stay low. The MOT history shows no structural or mechanical faults, yet a physical inspection of underbody integrity, brake binding after standing, and tyre sidewall condition remains prudent given the car's idle profile. No recurring defects or advisories appear in the supplied record, so no worsening mechanical trend exists. The clean history implies a careful owner, but low mileage alone does not certify component health. A pre-purchase check of fluids, battery state, and handbrake operation is advised before commitment.