1976 Citroen CX 2.2L Petrol · LGY 526P

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend shows a concerning shift toward structural degradation. While it passed its latest test in July 2025 at 45,975 miles, the tester identified corrosion on the integral body structure specifically affecting both outer sills. Although the report notes that structural rigidity is not yet significantly reduced, the presence of rust on load-bearing members indicates an ongoing process of decay that will accelerate if not treated or repaired immediately. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a fifty-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 920 miles per year. There is a significant eight-year gap between the October 2017 test and the July 2025 test, during which the car covered only 7,192 miles. This suggests the vehicle sits for long periods, which is consistent with the 2017 failure where all tyres were found to be perished. Low-frequency use often leads to the degradation of rubber components, seals, and fluid-related systems rather than mechanical wear from mileage. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the outer sills and inner floor pans to determine the depth of the reported structural corrosion. The 2017 failure also flagged low service brake efficiency and a blow in the rear exhaust joint, suggesting the braking system and exhaust may require attention after sitting idle. Given the age and low usage, the hydropneumatic suspension system and all rubber bushings should be checked for cracking, as these components are prone to drying and failure over time regardless of the distance driven.