2014 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · KP14 XOK

The most recent DVSA MOT test for this 2014 Citroen C1 was conducted on 20 November 2025 and resulted in a pass with no defects or advisories recorded, indicating that the vehicle met the minimum roadworthiness standards on the date of examination. The preceding tests in November 2024 and November 2022 also returned clean passes with no advisories, establishing a consistent pattern of compliance. It is worth noting that a prior test on 21 November 2023 resulted in a failure, though no specific defect categories were recorded against that entry; the immediate retest on the same date subsequently passed. Taken as a whole, the MOT history reflects a stable maintenance trend with no recurring advisories across the recorded tests, which is reassuring for a prospective buyer and points to consistent upkeep over the observed period. With 87,961 miles recorded on a 2014 vehicle, the C1 has covered approximately 7,330 miles per year on average, which sits broadly in line with typical usage for a small city car of this age. There do not appear to be any unusual gaps or sudden jumps in the mileage progression that would suggest periods of prolonged standing or excessive high-mileage use, both of which carry their own mechanical implications. Long periods of standing can lead to brake disc corrosion, binding calipers, perished rubber components, and 12V battery degradation, while higher accumulated mileage tends to advance wear on suspension bushes, coil springs, exhaust components, clutch, and engine consumables. The relatively steady annual accumulation here suggests the vehicle has been in regular use, which is generally favourable for keeping seals lubricated and preventing corrosion-related seizing. Given the clean advisory history and the vehicle's age, a prospective buyer should focus their physical inspection on time-based degradation rather than mileage-based wear concerns. The tyres should be examined closely for sidewall cracking or perishing from age, even if the tread depth remains adequate, as rubber compounds harden and weaken over a twelve-year span regardless of mileage. The braking system warrants a careful check for surface corrosion on the discs, which can lead to juddering or pulsing under pedal pressure, and the calipers and handbrake mechanism should be inspected for any signs of seizing from infrequent use or moisture ingress. A thorough test drive should include low-speed manoeuvres to detect any suspension clunks or knocking that might indicate worn bushes, anti-roll bar links, or strut top mount deterioration, all common on cars of this vintage. Further checks should include verifying the age and condition of the 12V battery, as units beyond five to six years often struggle to hold charge reliably, particularly in colder months. All fluid services should be confirmed through the service book or equivalent records, with particular attention to the timing belt or chain replacement interval specified by Citroen, engine coolant renewal, brake fluid replacement which is advisable every two years due to its hygroscopic nature, and the manual gearbox or automated transmission fluid where applicable. The exhaust system, including the catalytic converter, should be inspected for corrosion or blowing joints, and the underside examined for any signs of fluid leaks, rust ingress around structural mounting points, or perished suspension bushings. Finally, confirming that the vehicle starts cleanly from cold and idles smoothly will help identify any underlying engine management or sensor issues that an MOT test would not necessarily capture.