2011 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · FL61 HBO

The 2011 Citroen C1 presents a stable, albeit unusual, maintenance trend based on its recent MOT history. The most recent test on 10 June 2025 at 63,450 miles resulted in a pass, following an initial failure on the same day and at the exact same mileage. A similar pattern occurred on 22 June 2023 at 57,363 miles, where a failure preceded a same-day pass. While the vehicle ultimately passed both times, the presence of failed tests is noteworthy. Curiously, the official record lists no defects for these failures, which is highly atypical for a DVSA MOT failure and suggests either an administrative anomaly, an abandoned test, or a rectification retest where the original defect data was not carried over. The trend remains stable, with the car passing its most recent inspection, but the repeated failure-to-pass pattern warrants scrutiny. The mileage accumulation aligns with exceptionally light use. Between the June 2023 test at 57,363 miles and the June 2024 test at 60,700 miles, the car covered just 3,337 miles. The following year, up to the June 2025 test at 63,450 miles, mileage dropped further to 2,750 miles. This equates to roughly 4,230 miles annually over the vehicle's fifteen-year lifespan. Such low mileage typically reduces wear on consumables and drivetrain components, but prolonged stationary periods can cause its own issues, such as perished rubber brake seals, degraded tyres, and exhaust condensation corrosion. Given the absence of recorded mechanical defects in the MOT data, a buyer must rely heavily on a physical inspection. The repeated same-day failures, despite the lack of documented defects, imply the previous owner may have been addressing last-minute issues or presenting the car for testing without proper prior checks. Focus the inspection on components that suffer from low-mileage neglect. Check the brake discs for surface corrosion and the calipers for binding, as short trips prevent pads from wiping rust off the discs. Inspect the tyre sidewalls for cracking, as tread depth often remains high on low-mileage cars while the rubber perishes with age. Examine the suspension bushes and coil springs for deterioration, and scrutinise the exhaust system for corrosion caused by moisture accumulation from insufficient heat cycles.