2010 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · SC10 CLU

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a concerning trend of structural degradation. While it passed its most recent test in September 2025 at 38,837 miles, this followed a failure just three days prior due to excessive corrosion on the inner sill and suspension mounting points. The transition from a failure for reduced structural strength to a pass with corrosion not considered excessive suggests a repair or localized cleaning may have been made, yet the underlying structural integrity of the chassis remains a point of long-term concern. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, covering only 38,837 miles as of late 2025. This averages out to approximately 2,400 miles per year, which suggests the car has seen minimal use or sat stationary for long periods. Such low usage often correlates with the issues found in the record; the August 2023 test at 34,633 miles flagged multiple tyres for perishing and cracking, a common symptom of low-mileage vehicles that age due to oxidation rather than tread wear. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the rear sills and suspension mounting areas to ensure the corrosion has not progressed beyond the points previously flagged. The record shows recurring issues with corroded brake pipes across multiple years (2023, 2024, and 2025), which are often covered in grease that can mask the extent of the decay. Additionally, the offside rear brake binding noted in September 2025 indicates the braking system requires a professional service to prevent uneven wear or caliper failure. The persistent indicator switch fault also shows that minor electrical defects have been ignored by previous owners over several years.