2013 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · HJ63 CVN

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history shows a trend of worsening mechanical neglect. While it passed its most recent test on 23 July 2025 at 46,740 miles, it failed just one day prior with multiple critical safety defects. The recent failure identified significantly worn front inner brake discs, thin brake pads, and hazardous rear tyres with exposed cords, indicating that the previous owner only addressed faults upon an MOT failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 13-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,600 miles per year. There is a notable gap in usage between November 2019 and November 2021, where the car covered only 12,176 miles over two years, However usage accelerated significantly after 2022, with the vehicle covering over 23,000 miles in just three years. This low mileage often contributes to the surface corrosion noted on the brake discs, as components remain stationary without the heat and friction required to prevent oxidation. A buyer must inspect the front braking system and wheels thoroughly, as the record shows a recurring issue with distorted wheels and pitted discs dating back to 2022. The tester flagged distortion on both the nearside and offside front road wheels in consecutive years, which suggests potential impacting damage or manufacturing defects. Given the recent failure of the windscreen wipers and rear tyres, the buyer should check all rubber components for age-related cracking, which is common in low-mileage vehicles that sit for long periods.