2010 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · FT10 WSZ

The vehicle is currently roadworthy following a clean pass in January 2026 at 39,266 miles, yet the overall maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the most recent test showed no defects, the preceding three years indicate consistent failures related to safety-critical components. The maintenance trend appears stable in terms of the faults being addressed after a failure, but the recurring nature of the issues suggests that the vehicle is only repaired when necessitated by the MOT tester rather than during routine service intervals. At 16 years old, the recorded mileage of 39,266 is exceptionally low, averaging approximately 2,450 miles per year. This low usage is consistent with the recurring age-related degradation observed rather than mechanical wear from distance. Between October 2020 (27,867 miles) and January 2024 (34,246 miles), the car covered only 6,379 miles. This pattern of infrequent use has likely contributed to the deterioration of rubber components, as evidenced by the persistent perishing and cracking of tyres noted in almost every test from 2016 through 2025. A buyer must inspect the braking system and fluid lines with scrutiny. The tester repeatedly flagged brake pipe corrosion covered in grease from 2020 through 2025, indicating that while pipes may have been replaced recently, the underlying environment is prone to rapid oxidation. The ABS fault recorded in January 2024 also requires a diagnostic check to ensure the electronic system is fully functional. Additionally, the history of perished tyres and distorted road wheels suggests that the suspension and rubber bushings may suffer from dry-rotting or cracking due to long periods of standing, despite the low mileage. The exhaust system shows signs of weakness, progressing from a minor leak in 2021 to a major failure in 2022. Although this was rectified for the subsequent pass, a physical inspection of the exhaust manifold and hangers is necessary to check for further structural corrosion. Given the recurring history of windscreen damage and wiper blade failures, the buyer should also verify the integrity of the glass and the effectiveness of the clearing system to ensure no new issues have been overlooked.