2009 CSR NKT1 0.1L Petrol · GX09 AEV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy with an improving maintenance trend following a period of minor neglect. The most recent test on 19 September 2024 at 9,480 miles passed with no recorded defects or advisories. This marks a significant improvement over the April 2023 failure where the car presented multiple lighting and trim issues. The clean pass suggests that the current owner has addressed the outstanding mechanical and cosmetic faults identified previously. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 17-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 558 miles per year. There is a notable four-year gap between the December 2019 test and the April 2023 test during which the car covered only 201 miles. Such low usage suggests the vehicle has sat for long periods, which often leads to the degradation of rubber components and fluids rather than mechanical wear. The consistency of the mileage around 9,400 miles confirms that the vehicle has seen very little road use. A buyer must conduct a physical inspection of the exhaust system, as a noisy exhaust was a recurring failure noted in 2019, 2023, and 2024. Despite the recent pass, the persistent nature of this fault indicates a weakening baffle or internal corrosion that may require monitoring. You should also check for brake disc corrosion and seized calipers, as low-mileage vehicles frequently suffer from surface rust and lack of use. Verify that all footrests and lighting assemblies mentioned in the 2023 failure are now securely fitted and free of cracks.