2011 Citroen Nemo 1.2L Diesel · LT61 ULF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the recent MOT history indicates a worsening trend in reactive maintenance. While the car passed its most recent April 2026 test at 89,387 miles, it failed just days prior due to multiple safety-critical defects. The transition from a clean record in 2025 to several failures in 2026 suggests that the owner is only addressing faults when forced by a testing failure rather than performing preventative maintenance. At 89,387 miles over 15 years, the Citroen Nemo averages a low annual usage of approximately 6,000 miles. However, the data shows a significant surge of 10,000 miles covered between November 2023 and April 2025, and another 10,200 miles between April 2025 and April 2026. This recent acceleration in mileage after long periods of lower use explains the rapid degradation of rubber-based components and mechanical wear items noted in the latest inspection results. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and steering assembly. The 2023 test flagged play in the steering rack inner joints and worn Macpherson strut bushes, which are common failure points on this model. More urgently, the April 2026 failure identified corrosion on the offside front coil spring. While the vehicle passed with an advisory, corrosion on springs often leads to sudden structural failure, and the entire subframe area should be checked for deep-seated rust that could compromise structural integrity. The tyres represent an immediate concern due to age. The 2026 record notes perishing and cracking on both rear tyres and exposed cords on the offside front tyre, indicating the rubber has become brittle over time despite the relatively low mileage. The history also highlights missing rear passenger seats and lighting issues, which suggest the vehicle may have been used as a basic work tool with little regard for cosmetic or secondary upkeep. Verify the fuel cap seal and headlamp alignment to ensure previous failures were properly rectified.