2014 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · FX14 WNJ

This Citroën C1’s most recent MOT test, conducted on 2025-08-12 at 82,058 miles, confirms a clean pass with no recorded defects. The preceding test on 2025-08-11—just one day prior—was a failure, though no specific faults were logged in the official record. This abrupt reversal suggests either a minor oversight in test procedures or an isolated anomaly, as the vehicle had passed flawlessly in both the 2024 and 2023 cycles. The lack of recurring advisories or defects implies no systematic mechanical decline, but the failure itself warrants scrutiny of components prone to sudden failure, such as brake calipers or suspension linkages, which might not always trigger a defect in routine testing. The vehicle’s mileage progression shows consistent usage, averaging around 6,800 miles annually—a rate typical for its age. There are no prolonged gaps or spikes in mileage, with the most recent 10,632 miles covered between the 2024 and 2025 tests, suggesting regular driving rather than neglect or excessive wear. The 2023 failure at 59,284 miles, just four miles before passing at 59,291, may indicate a marginal threshold issue, possibly related to tyre pressure or minor suspension wear, but no structural concerns are evident from the record. Given the absence of logged defects, the primary focus for an in-person inspection should centre on suspension integrity—particularly the rear bushes and coil springs—given the vehicle’s age and mileage. Binding brakes, while not recorded, could emerge if the 2025 failure was due to an unchecked caliper or disc issue; verify for uneven wear or excessive heat buildup. Corrosion around wheel arches and sills, though not mentioned, is a common risk for this model, so examine for rust penetration into structural components. Finally, the 2023 failure’s proximity to the pass suggests a potential tyre tread or pressure inconsistency; confirm current tread depth exceeds the 1.6mm legal limit and that all tyres are of matching compound to avoid uneven wear.