2010 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · SN10 ACL

The Citroen C1 currently carries a failed MOT dated 30 October 2025 at 84,506 miles, roughly eight months before today, with the DVSA record showing no defects listed; this renders the vehicle legally unroadworthy until a subsequent pass is recorded. Prior to that, the test history from April 2022 through October 2024 displays consecutive passes with zero defects or advisories, so the underlying mechanical trend appears stable rather than deteriorating. The two failures in October 2023 and October 2025 both logged no faults, suggesting administrative or non-mechanical causes rather than escalating wear. At roughly 5,282 miles covered per year, this 2010 hatchback shows low usage for its age. The odometer advanced from 81,135 miles at the April 2022 test to 82,449 miles by the October 2023 failure, then 82,452 at the November 2023 pass, 83,245 at October 2024, and 84,506 at the 2025 fail. That equates to under 1,500 miles in most inter-test periods. A notable 18-month gap separates the April 2022 and October 2023 examinations, indicating the car may have stood idle or missed a timely test. Sparse recording across 16 years limits insight into consumable replacement cycles. Given the absence of recorded advisories, a buyer must still verify in person the common fatigue points on a Citroen C1 of this era. Inspect front suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking or corrosion, check brake discs and calipers for binding or uneven wear, and examine sills, subframes and other structural members for rust. The exhaust system should be assessed for emissions integrity and mounting condition. The repeated fails with no defects logged demand scrutiny of the reasons behind them; obtain the full failure certificates to confirm whether they stemmed from documentation, lighting, or unrecorded faults. Previous owners kept the mileage low but left long gaps between tests, implying informal upkeep rather than workshop-led maintenance. A pre-purchase inspection by a qualified mechanic remains essential before any commitment.