2010 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · SP10 OLE

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance history indicates a trend of persistent corrosion and deferred attention. While it passed its most recent test in May 2023 at 58,048 miles, the record reveals recurring issues with the braking system and structural components. The overall condition appears stable in terms of passing tests, yet the frequency of advisories suggests that components are only addressed once they approach a point of failure rather than being proactively replaced. The recorded mileage of 58,048 miles is exceptionally low for a sixteen-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 3,600 miles per year. There is a gap in usage between March 2021 and June 2022, where the car covered only 1,273 miles over fifteen months. This low mileage often correlates with the mechanical degradation seen in the record, such as the perishing of tyres and the oxidation of metalwork like brake pipes and hoses noted in the 2022 and 2023 tests. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the front sub-frame and suspension components, as these have been flagged across multiple years. The June 2022 failure specifically highlighted a seriously weakened offside front MacPherson strut, and the subsequent 2023 test noted continued corrosion on the sub-frame. The recurring reports of corroded brake pipes and hoses covered in grease suggest that the braking system is prone to environmental damage, which could lead to leaks or mechanical failure. The braking system requires close monitoring due to the history of binding rear brakes in 2022 and consistently pitted or worn front discs. Given the documented history of tyre damage and cracking, the age of the current rubber should be checked for dry rot regardless of the remaining tread depth. Any in-person inspection should verify that the corrosion on the structural sub-frame has not progressed beyond the levels recorded during the last MOT inspection.