2021 Citroen C1 Shine 1.0L Petrol · MF21 SNJ

This Citroen C1 presents a largely unblemished roadworthiness record, with three consecutive passes and only a single advisory across its entire test history. The most recent examination on 27 October 2025 resulted in a pass, with the sole noted item being a nearside front tyre showing slight damage, cracking or perishing. The two preceding tests in March and October 2024 were entirely clean, with no defects or advisories recorded whatsoever. The overall trend is therefore stable and reassuring: there is no pattern of recurring corrosion, brake, suspension or emissions issues, and the single tyre advisory is a minor, easily rectified wear item rather than evidence of any underlying mechanical concern. The recorded mileage of 13,290 miles over roughly five years equates to approximately 2,658 miles per annum, which is notably low for a vehicle of this age. The testing chronology shows consistent annual usage rather than long periods off the road, with no significant gaps between tests and no evidence of the car having been laid up for extended stretches. Such light use typically means reduced wear on brake components, suspension bushes and drivetrain parts, though it is worth noting that rubber items such as tyres age through exposure as much as through mileage, which is consistent with the perishing noted on the front tyre at the latest test. For a prospective buyer, the priority inspection item is the nearside front tyre flagged in October 2025. Examine the sidewalls and tread shoulders closely for cracking, crazing or perishing of the rubber, and check the opposite front tyre for similar age-related deterioration, as tyres on lightly used cars often degrade in pairs. If the cracking has progressed since the test, replacement will be needed, so factor this into any negotiation. On the test drive, feel for any vibration through the steering wheel at speed or a pulling sensation under braking, which could indicate tyre carcass damage or uneven wear. Beyond the tyre, the clean history means there are no specific suspension, brake or structural items to target from the record itself. Even so, a prudent buyer should still conduct the standard checks: listen for knocks or rattles from the suspension over uneven surfaces, confirm the brakes bite progressively without judder or pulling, and verify that the engine starts cleanly from cold with no warning lights illuminated. Given the low annual mileage, also confirm the service history supports regular oil changes despite the limited distance covered, as time-based maintenance remains relevant on lightly used vehicles. Overall, this is a straightforward record with one minor, inexpensive item to address.