2010 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · CY10 DCE

The 2010 Citroen C1 currently holds a failed MOT status from the 25 November 2025 test at 184,572 miles, with no defects formally recorded on the DVSA system. The maintenance trend shows a repeated pattern of fail-then-pass cycles rather than steady compliance. The vehicle failed twice in late 2023 and again in early November 2024 before passing later that month, then failed once more in late 2025. This recurring failure behaviour suggests intermittent presentation issues or unresolved faults cleared without formal advisory capture. Annual mileage sits at roughly 11,500 miles, typical for a 16-year-old car. The records show 171,905 miles on 31 October 2023, rising to 171,935 by 7 November, then 178,725 on 4 November 2024 and 178,761 fourteen days later. The largest single-year movement was 178,761 to 184,572 between November 2024 and November 2025, an addition of 5,811 miles. The data is sparse, with no advisories or defect lines logged on any entry, which limits diagnostic depth. A buyer should physically inspect the vehicle for undocumented wear the MOT system omitted. Given the age and 184,572 miles, suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake disc condition warrant hands-on checks. The repeated failed tests without recorded defects imply the car may have been presented with minor faults cleared before retest; previous owners likely deferred consumable upkeep. Structural corrosion around sills and subframes should be examined closely. The lack of advisories across five tests is atypical for a high-mileage 2010 hatchback and may reflect lenient testing rather than sound condition. A pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic remains essential before any commitment.