2006 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · LD56 AZR

The vehicle shows a history of reactive maintenance, where faults are often only addressed after failing an MOT test. The most recent test on 03 November 2025 at 116,709 miles passed with no recorded defects, suggesting the significant issues identified in the previous year were rectified. However, the record from 2023 through 2024 reveals a pattern of neglecting basic wear items, particularly the braking system and exhaust components. The persistent presence of pitted brake discs and thinning pads across multiple years indicates that the previous owner did not perform routine inspections until the components reached a point of failure. At 116,709 miles, the car has covered a relatively low distance of approximately 5,835 miles per year. This low usage often leads to the degradation of rubber components rather than mechanical wear, which is evidenced by the recurring failures of suspension ball joint dust covers and noisy wheel bearings noted between 2020 and 2024. The 2022 test highlighted a noisy offside rear wheel bearing and a corroded nearside brake pipe, suggesting that the vehicle may have suffered from environmental-related corrosion despite the low mileage. The 2024 failure at 108,230 miles is particularly telling, flagging a major exhaust leak and a lambda sensor reading outside of limits. While the vehicle passed the 2025 test, a buyer should still inspect the exhaust manifold and catalytic converter to ensure these issues were properly resolved rather than merely patched. The recurring deterioration of the front lower suspension arm ball joint dust covers suggests that the front suspension geometry is nearing the end of its service life. Close attention should be paid to the condition of the rear brake pipes and the integrity of the front ball joints during a physical inspection to prevent future mechanical failure.