2016 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · DP16 CVT

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history indicates a trend of reactive repairs rather than proactive upkeep. The most recent test in December 2025 at 72,947 miles resulted in a failure due to a malfunctioning tyre pressure monitoring system and corroded rear coil springs and brake hoses. While the car passed immediately after these rectifications, the presence of multiple corrosion-related failures suggests that the owner only addresses mechanical issues once they reach the point of legal failure. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use city car, averaging approximately 7,300 miles per year. There is a significant gap of nearly 9,000 miles between the January 2024 test at 56,625 miles and the January 2025 test at 65,446 miles. This steady usage suggests regular operation, though the low annual mileage often masks the accelerated degradation of rubber components, as seen in the 2023 advisory where rear tyres were noted for perishing and cracking despite relatively low distance driven. A physical inspection must focus heavily on the rear suspension and braking system. The tester flagged both sides for corroded coil springs and corroded brake hose ferrules in late 2025, so a buyer should check for structural rust on the spring seats and any weeping from the flexible brake lines. The January 2025 advisory regarding front tyres worn to 2mm with edge wear indicates a potential alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that should be verified to prevent premature wear on new rubber. Additionally, the functionality of the tyre pressure monitoring system must be confirmed via the instrument cluster interface to ensure the previous failure was fully resolved.