2010 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · WJ60 LHD

The vehicle remains in a precarious state with a clear trend of worsening structural degradation and mechanical neglect. While it passed its most recent test in July 2025 at 121,876 miles, this followed a major failure just six days prior. The MOT history reveals a pattern where significant structural and braking issues are consistently flagged across multiple years, suggesting that repairs are only addressed at the minimum required to pass a test rather than following a preventative maintenance schedule. At 121,876 miles, the 16-year-old Citroen has averaged approximately 7,600 miles per year, which is consistent with typical low-intensity usage. However, the mileage gap between the July 2024 test at 111,003 miles and the July 2025 test shows a slight increase in use, with the car covering over 10,000 miles in that single year. This usage, combined with the vehicle's age, has likely accelerated the corrosion issues observed on the chassis and suspension mounting points. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the structural integrity, specifically focusing on the sills and subframe. The 2024 failure highlighted critical corrosion on the offside rear sill and suspension component mountings that significantly reduced structural strength. Although the 2025 test noted the rear subframe was not yet seriously weakened, the recurring mention of heavy corrosion in the spring cups and mounting areas indicates the vehicle is reaching the end of its structural life. The risk of a future major structural failure due to advanced rust is high. The braking system and suspension also require close scrutiny. The July 2025 failure recorded inadequate rear brake effort, imbalanced brakes across the axle, and a binding offside caliper. Coupled with previous reports of wear on the Macpherson strut top bushes and suspension arm pins, the suspension geometry likely has significant play. The high carbon monoxide readings recorded in 2025 also suggest potential engine management issues or exhaust leaks that have not been professionally rectified.