2018 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · HT18 AAE

The vehicle passed its most recent MOT on 2025‑08‑28 at 48,179 miles, carrying only an offside rear tyre advisory under clause 5.2.3(d)(ii). The test history shows a clear improvement after the multiple failures recorded on 2024‑07‑18, when the car was rejected for a windscreen obstruction, rear tyre damage, front tyre wear, a distorted nearside front wheel, and worn brake pads and discs. A subsequent inspection on 2024‑10‑22 returned a clean pass, indicating those issues were addressed. The latest single advisory suggests the maintenance trend is now stable, with no new defects emerging. Mileage has accumulated at roughly 6,000 miles per year since 2018, which aligns with typical usage for a seven‑year‑old model. Between the July 2023 test (31,680 miles) and the October 2024 test (45,643 miles) the car added about 14,000 miles in roughly 15 months, reflecting a period of higher utilisation. The final three months of 2025 added only 2,536 miles, indicating a recent reduction in driving intensity. Overall the mileage pattern is steady and not excessive for the vehicle’s age. A buyer should inspect the tyre condition closely, especially the rear tyres, given the recurring wear and the current advisory. Brake system health is a priority; the pads were noted thin in 2023 and 2024, and the discs showed pitting, so pad thickness and disc surface condition must be verified. The nearside front wheel showed inner and outer edge distortion, so rim straightness and any signs of corrosion should be examined. The persistent TPMS low‑pressure warning warrants a check of sensor operation and tyre pressures. Finally, the windscreen wiper performance and any phone mount should be inspected to ensure unobstructed driver visibility, as the earlier obstruction was noted but not repeated in the latest test.