2009 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · RF58 KHX

The vehicle presents a worsening mechanical trend, showing a history of reactive rather than preventative maintenance. While the car passed its most recent MOT on 20 March 2026 at 129,359 miles, this followed a significant failure just eight days prior that revealed multiple critical safety defects. The persistence of issues such as the binding nearside rear brake and worn front anti-roll bar bushes indicates that the owner only addresses faults when forced by a test failure, rather than monitoring components as they degrade. The mileage pattern is consistent with a 17-year-old low-use vehicle, averaging approximately 7,600 miles per year to reach the current 129,359 miles. There was was a notable spike in usage of over 23,000 miles between March 2025 and March 2026. This rapid accumulation likely contributed to the accelerated wear of components noted in the record, specifically the transition from a slightly noisy wheel bearing in 2025 to a failure in the 2026 test cycle. A buyer must prioritise a thorough inspection of the braking system and suspension geometry. The record shows recurring issues with the nearside rear service brake binding and corroded brake pipes dating back to at least 2024. Because the offside front wheel bearing progressed from an advisory to a failure within a year, the condition of all four bearings should be checked for play or noise. Furthermore, the front anti-roll bar linkages have been flagged as worn for three consecutive years, suggesting the suspension bushings are nearing the end of their functional life and require immediate replacement to ensure stable handling.