2008 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · LC08 VLG

The vehicle remains roadworthy, though the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach rather than preventative care. The most recent test conducted in September 2025 at 128,702 miles resulted in a pass despite multiple advisories regarding three tyres worn to the legal limit. While the car has passed its annual inspections, the recurring nature of tyre wear suggests that the previous owner only replaces consumables when they reach the point of inspection failure. The mileage pattern is remarkably consistent for an eighteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 7,150 miles per year. Between September 2024 and September 2025, the car covered 12,637 miles, showing a significant spike in usage compared to the previous year. The gap between 2022 and 2023 was much smaller, with only 1,213 miles recorded. This steady accumulation reduces the likelihood of excessive stress on the drivetrain and engine, though the age of the vehicle makes rubber components and fluid lines susceptible to degradation. A buyer must pay close attention to the braking system and suspension components. The 2021 test at 101,163 miles flagged corrosion on both rear brake pipes, and the 2022 record noted pitted and scored front brake discs. These issues should be inspected for further structural rust or thinning to ensure the hydraulic lines have not reached a failure point. Furthermore, the consistent advisories for uneven tyre wear across 2021, 2023, and 2025 indicate a persistent wheel alignment issue or worn suspension bushes that are causing premature tyre degradation.