2009 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · FE59 WDY

The vehicle maintains a stable roadworthiness status following its most recent inspection on April 8, 2026. While it passed the test at 83,662 miles with no recorded defects, the failure exactly one day prior at the same mileage suggests the presence of a minor administrative or trivial technicality that was rectified immediately before the re-test. The consistency of clean passes over the last three years indicates that the vehicle is currently meeting the minimum legal safety standard without major mechanical or structural failures. The mileage pattern is notably low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,900 miles per year. Between April 2024 and April 2025, the car covered 1,395 miles, and it covered another 1,548 miles in the year leading up to the 2026 test. This low annual usage typically means less wear on the drivetrain and engine components. However, such infrequent use intervals can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components, such as seals and bushings, if the vehicle sits stationary for extended periods between short trips. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on components prone to age-related decay rather than mileage-related wear. Given the low mileage and age of the Citroen C1, inspect the chassis for corrosion, particularly along the sills and rear suspension mounting points which commonly affect this model over time. Check the suspension bushes for cracking and the shock absorbers for leaks, as low-mileage does not prevent material from becoming brittle. Additionally, verify the brake discs for pitting or seizing, as infrequent use can lead to surface rust and sticking calipers.