2018 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · KM68 AGY

The vehicle most recently passed its MOT on 10 November 2025 with no defects recorded. A review of the history dating back to 2021 reveals a consistent pattern of clean passes without a single advisory or failure. This indicates a highly stable maintenance trend, suggesting the vehicle has been kept in a condition that consistently meets DVSA standards without requiring corrective repairs during its annual inspections. With a recorded mileage of 37,874 miles over approximately eight years, the vehicle has averaged roughly 4,734 miles per year. This is significantly lower than the typical UK national average. While low mileage generally implies reduced wear on the internal engine components and the drivetrain, it also suggests the car may have been utilized for short urban journeys or experienced periods of inactivity, both of which can introduce specific mechanical risks that differ from standard high-mileage wear. Given the clean MOT history and low usage, the primary focus for a physical inspection should be on components that degrade over time regardless of distance travelled. You must examine the tyre sidewalls for signs of perishing, such as fine cracking or hardening of the rubber, as tyres can expire due to age even if the tread depth remains legal. Check the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting, and during the test drive, listen for any sticking or binding calipers that may have developed during periods of standing, which can cause uneven brake wear or a pulling sensation under braking. Further attention should be paid to the 12V battery health and the state of the vehicle's fluids. Low-mileage cars often suffer from battery degradation if not regularly cycled. Verify the service history to ensure oil and filter changes have been performed based on calendar intervals rather than just mileage, as engine oil degrades through oxidation and moisture accumulation. Finally, inspect the suspension bushes and coil springs for any signs of dryness or splitting, as rubber components can perish over eight years even with minimal road use.