2010 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · RV10 GME

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a concerning decline in structural and braking system integrity. While the car passed the May 2026 test at 111,696 miles, this followed a failure just three weeks prior at 111,186 miles. The transition from a failure for significantly worn front discs and corroded brake pipes to a pass with minor pitted discs suggests that reactive repairs were made to meet the minimum legal standard rather than performing long-term preventative maintenance. At 111,696 miles over 16 years, the Citroen has averaged approximately 7,000 miles per year, which is consistent with low-mileage city car usage. The data shows a significant gap in testing between October 2022 and January 2024, where only 1,862 miles were covered, followed by a rapid accumulation of over 11,000 miles in the last 17 months. This fluctuating usage pattern often leads to components sitting for long periods, which likely contributed to the accelerated corrosion observed on the brake lines and underbody. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the underbody to assess the extent of the corrosion flagged by the tester in both 2025 and 2026. Recurring mentions of underbody rust indicate a progressive structural risk that may lead to future failures if not monitored. Furthermore, the rear braking system should be inspected for weeping leaks or further thinning, as the previous record of pipes covered in grease in 2025 often indicates an attempt to hide active rust rather than replace the failing components.