2011 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · NJ61 XML

The 2011 Citroen C1 presents a worsening maintenance trend, culminating in a pass at 93,519 miles on 8 April 2025, though the vehicle required a retest just two weeks prior. The tester flagged an Offside Front service brake binding condition alongside corroded rear brake pipes on both sides, covered in grease or other material. Front brake pads were also recorded as wearing thin. While the car passed, these braking defects indicate a system requiring immediate attention rather than routine upkeep. The recurrence of the binding front brake and corroded rear pipes from the failed March 2025 test suggests these issues were merely monitored rather than properly rectified. The recorded mileage of 93,519 miles over fifteen years equates to roughly 6,235 miles annually, reflecting very light use. The MOT history reveals a notable gap between March 2023 and March 2024, during which the car covered 9,451 miles, followed by a mere 1,669 miles over the subsequent twelve months leading to the March 2025 test. The mileage accumulation has slowed dramatically, with just one mile recorded between the failed and passed tests in spring 2025. This pattern points to a vehicle spending significant periods stationary, which often accelerates deterioration of rubber components and brake systems due to lack of regular use. A buyer must thoroughly inspect the braking system before purchase. The persistent Offside Front binding caliper and corroded rear brake pipes demand a detailed examination for seized pistons, compromised pipe integrity, and uneven disc wear. The corroded pipes covered in grease suggest a previous attempt to mask deterioration rather than replace the lines. Suspension components also warrant close scrutiny. The February 2023 failure at 75,680 miles for excessively worn front suspension arm pins or bushes on both sides indicates a history of wear in this area. Although the car passed in 2024 and 2025 without suspension advisories, the low annual mileage and prolonged standing periods can cause perishing of replacement bushes. Check for cracking or deterioration in the suspension bushes and ensure the horn and supplementary restraint system are fully operational, as both were flagged as defective in 2023 and again in early 2025.