2011 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · FH11 ATH

The Citroen C1 currently fails the roadworthiness standard. The most recent test on 11 April 2026 at 156,244 miles returned a fail with no defects recorded, which points to an administrative or presentation issue at the testing station rather than a documented mechanical fault. Prior to that, the MOT trend was stable and clean, with passes in March 2025 at 141,725 miles and March 2024 at 126,727 miles, following a fail on 25 March 2024 at 126,685 miles that also logged no defects. The record shows no advisories or worn components across the five-year span, suggesting the car was presented in acceptable condition when tested. Annual mileage sits at a typical 10,416 per year for a 15-year-old vehicle. The odometer moved from 117,739 miles in April 2023 to 126,685 miles by March 2024, then to 141,725 miles in March 2025 and 156,244 miles by April 2026. That is a steady 14,000 to 15,000 miles added each year, with no standing periods or sudden accumulation. The two fails three days apart in March 2024 at near-identical mileages, both with no defects noted, imply a re-test or correction entry rather than a recurring mechanical defect. A buyer should still commission an independent inspection before purchase. The MOT data gives no visibility of suspension bushes, coil springs, brake disc wear, or structural corrosion because the testers recorded no advisories. At 156,244 miles the original dampers, steering joints, and exhaust system are likely past mid-life. The April 2026 fail with blank defect fields means the car may not hold a valid pass today; confirm the current test status with DVSA before committing funds. Check the underbody for chassis rust and the front suspension for worn track-rod ends. Inspect the clutch and gearbox for slack, given the high mileage. Verify the April 2026 failure cause in person, as the record alone does not explain why the tester rejected the vehicle.