2009 Citroen Nemo 1.4L Diesel · LC59 FLR

This Citroën Nemo has maintained a clean MOT history since its most recent test on 29 May 2025, with no defects recorded at 235,485 miles. The absence of advisories or failures across the last four tests—including a near-consecutive pass in February 2023—suggests the vehicle has been subjected to consistent, if not rigorous, maintenance. However, the 2023 failure at 220,563 miles, just one day before passing at 220,574 miles, indicates a potential oversight in pre-test preparation or a minor, easily rectifiable issue that was corrected before the second attempt. No structural or safety-critical components have been flagged in the last two years, though the lack of advisories does not preclude hidden wear in high-mileage areas like suspension bushes or drivetrain seals. The recorded mileage of 235,485 miles over 17 years equates to approximately 13,852 miles annually, which is unusually high for a vehicle of this age. The gap between tests varies significantly: the largest interval is 12 months between February 2023 and February 2024, during which the vehicle accumulated 11,161 miles, while the shortest is just 10 days between the two February 2023 tests. This erratic pattern suggests either inconsistent usage or delayed servicing. The most recent test was conducted just over two months ago, which is acceptable but not ideal for a vehicle with this mileage—ideal practice would involve a test every 12 months or sooner if mileage exceeds 12,000 miles annually. Given the high mileage and the absence of advisories in recent tests, a buyer should prioritise an independent inspection of the suspension components, particularly the rear bushes and coil springs, which are prone to fatigue at this mileage. The brakes, while not explicitly failed, warrant scrutiny for uneven wear or binding calipers, especially if the vehicle has been driven aggressively. Corrosion should be checked thoroughly at the wheel arches, sills, and subframe, as these areas are critical for structural integrity. The exhaust system should also be examined for leaks or excessive rust, as emissions tests have not been explicitly noted in the record. Finally, the condition of the tyres—both tread depth and lateral wear—should be verified, as the vehicle has not failed on this criterion, but tread depth can degrade rapidly at this mileage.