2011 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · RO11 YBH

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive repairs rather than preventative care. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 72,262 miles, this followed a failure just ten days prior due to multiple mechanical and safety defects. The record shows persistent issues with the braking system, exhaust, and suspension over several years. The recurring nature of these faults suggests that the previous owner only addressed defects when they caused an MOT failure rather than replacing them during routine servicing. At approximately 15 years old, the recorded mileage of 72,262 miles is significantly low, averaging roughly 4,800 miles per year. This low usage is reflected in the gaps between tests, such as the 6,400-mile interval between June 2023 and June 2024. While low mileage generally reduces wear on the drivetrain, it on a vehicle of this age often leads to accelerated degradation of rubber components and corrosion, which aligns with the specific findings in this inspection history. A buyer must carefully inspect the front suspension, as the nearside lower arm bushes have been flagged for wear or splitting in every test since 2023. The braking system also requires close attention; the tester identified corroded offside front and offside rear metal brake pipes in 2024, followed by lagging rear brakes and imbalanced braking in 2025. The presence of grease on corroded pipes often indicates an attempt to mask surface rust, which necessitates a thorough check for structural thinning. The exhaust system also shows a history of failure, with major leaks noted in both 2024 and 2025. Given the history of uneven tyre wear on the front edges, an alignment check should be performed to ensure the geometry is not prematurely consuming new tyres.