2007 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · SP57 OLV

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive care. While the car passed its October 2025 test at 90,343 miles, it followed a significant failure just two days prior at 90,326 miles. This failure highlighted critical safety defects, including a significantly reduced seat belt anchorage strength and a tyre below legal tread depth. Although these immediate faults were rectified, the persistence of multiple advisories suggests the vehicle is only being maintained when an MOT test is imminent. At 90,343 miles, the Citroen C1 shows very low mileage for its nineteen-year age, averaging approximately 4,755 miles per year. The data indicates a consistent but slow usage pattern, with only 8,214 miles covered between December 2022 and October 2025. While low mileage often preserves engine components, the low usage here explains the presence of age-related issues such as corrosion and the gradual degradation of rubber components and metal surfaces, which occur through time and environmental exposure rather than mechanical stress. A buyer must closely inspect the structural integrity of the vehicle, particularly the underside. The record consistently notes corrosion in the inner sills, rear suspension mounting areas, and rear suspension arms. While the tester deemed these not yet excessive in late 2025, the presence of corroded brake pipes and hoses at the rear indicates that metalwork is beginning to artwork. The binding nearside rear brake noted in the latest test further points to a sticking caliper or seized cylinder that requires investigation to prevent uneven wear or future failure. The front suspension also requires attention, as both front anti-roll bar linkage pins and bushes were flagged as worn in the most recent test. Furthermore, the history of tyres being worn unevenly or to the limit suggests potential alignment issues or simply a lack of regular replacement cycles. Before purchasing, a physical inspection should verify that the seat belt anchorage has been properly repaired and that the minor exhaust leak identified in 2024 has been fully addressed to avoid future emissions failures.