2009 Citroen Nemo 1.4L Diesel · LC09 YRJ

The vehicle holds a current MOT pass dated 30 April 2024 at 134 656 miles, carrying only a minor advisory on the offside registration plate lamp. The maintenance trajectory shows improvement; after a cluster of failures in 2019‑2020—including a fractured front coil spring, defective headlamp lenses, brake‑disc cracks and parking‑brake inefficiency—the recent records are free of serious defects. The latest test therefore reflects a stable roadworthiness status with only a light‑function issue remaining. Mileage accumulation over the car’s 17‑year life averages roughly 7 900 miles per year. MOT entries from 2013 to 2022 display modest yearly increases, typically 1 200‑3 000 miles per year. A notable jump of about 6 576 miles occurs between the March 2022 test (115 109 miles) and the April 2023 tests (121 675‑121 685 miles), followed by a further rise of nearly 13 000 miles to the April 2024 reading. This recent acceleration suggests higher recent usage or a single service that logged a large mileage increment, but the overall mileage pattern remains within the norm for a vehicle of this age. A pre‑purchase inspection should focus on the components that have shown recurring issues. Verify the front coil spring for any fracture or wear, check the offside mirror for damage, and test the anti‑roll bar linkage dust cover for integrity. Examine the front brake discs for cracking or scoring, confirm parking‑brake efficiency, and assess rear‑brake balance across the axle. Inspect tyre tread depth, especially the offside front tyre noted as worn close to the legal limit, and test the wiper blades for effective clearing. Also confirm that the rear fog lamp, headlamp aim, and registration plate lamp operate correctly. Addressing these areas will provide a clear picture of the vehicle’s true mechanical condition beyond the MOT paperwork.