2008 Citroen Nemo 1.4L Diesel · KT58 CXS

The 2008 Citroen Nemo shows a concerning trend of progressive corrosion and deferred maintenance. In the most recent test on 02 May 2026 at 135,560 miles, the vehicle passed despite a long list of advisories that indicate significant wear across the underbody. The tester identified corrosion on all four coil springs, various suspension components, and brake pipes. While the structural integrity of the sills is currently deemed not significantly reduced, the presence of thick black underseal over repaired and corroded areas suggests a history of structural decay that has been masked rather than fully resolved with high-quality metal repair. The vehicle has covered 135,560 miles over 18 years, averaging approximately 7,500 miles per year. This usage level is consistent with a city car of its age, yet the record reveals that low mileage has not prevented degradation. Between May 2024 and May 2026, the car covered over 14,000 miles. The failure in May 2025 test at 128,405 miles was critical due to significant structural corrosion on the offside front and rear outer sills, which significantly reduced rigidity. The fact that these areas were listed as repaired by 2026 suggests some work was performed, but the underlying rust remains a persistent threat. Mechanical attention is required for the suspension and braking systems. The anti-roll bar linkage dust covers have been flagged as severely deteriorated for multiple years, which will lead to grease ingress and premature ball joint failure. A minor exhaust leak and a non-excessive oil leak have persisted through several tests, indicating these are not being addressed. The corrosion on the brake hose ferrule and brake pipes is a growing risk for future hydraulic failure. A buyer should closely inspect the condition of the sills and mounting points to ensure the previous repairs are not merely hiding active structural rot.