2017 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · EY17 GOP

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend shows a shift toward addressing accumulated wear-related components. The most recent MOT test in November 2025 at 40,998 miles identified several advisories that suggest the car is reaching a stage requiring preventative maintenance. While the car passed, the emergence of multiple minor faults across suspension, braking, and tyres indicates that the vehicle is beginning to show age-related degradation despite its low overall mileage. The mileage profile is notably low for a nine-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,555 miles per annum. There is a significant three-year gap between June 2021 at 36,881 miles and November 2024 at 39,610 miles, during which the car covered only 2,729 miles. This pattern of infrequent use explains the presence of perished tyres and pitted brake discs in the 2025 record, as rubber components and metal surfaces degrade through stationary time regardless of mileage. A physical inspection should prioritize the front braking system and suspension hardware. The record shows a history of worn brake discs in both 2021 and 2025, with the tester noting pitting and scoring in the most recent visit. Additionally, the anti-roll bar linkage bushes on both front sides were flagged as worn in November 2025. You should check for play in these linkages to prevent clunking over uneven surfaces. The advisories regarding cracked and perished nearside and offside rear tyres suggest the rubber compound is hardening due to age rather than tread wear. These should be inspected for sidewall cracks to ensure they are not nearing structural failure. While the 2024 failure for an ineffective wiper was a minor consumable issue, the overall history suggests that the owner tends to address faults only when they appear during testing rather than through a proactive service schedule.