2020 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · WU20 VMA

The vehicle remains roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a clear shift towards worsening mechanical neglect. While the car passed without defects in 2023 and 2024, the most recent test on February 20 2026 at 29,273 miles revealed multiple advisories that require immediate attention. This indicates that the vehicle has reached a point where routine consumable replacement is no longer being addressed by the owner. The mileage profile is low for a six-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 4,800 miles per year. The data shows steady usage growth from 9,741 miles in February 2023 to 20,944 miles in February 2025. However, the 8,329 miles covered in the final year correlates with the sudden appearance of mechanical wear in the braking and suspension systems. Low annual mileage can sometimes lead to brake corrosion or perishation of rubber components, which aligns with the specific wear-related issues noted in the latest inspection. A buyer must prioritize inspecting the braking system, as the February 2026 test flagged both front brake pads as wearing thin very low alongside worn front discs. This follows an advisory for thin inner brake pads in 2025, suggesting a consistent pattern of deferred front brake maintenance. The offside rear tyre is also near the legal limit and shows uneven wear, which may indicate an alignment issue or incorrect inflation. The suspension also requires a physical check because the tester identified worn anti-roll bar linkage pins and bushes on both the front sides. While these did not result in a failure yet, they are likely to cause knocking noises and degrade handling over time. The buyer should also verify the structural integrity of the chassis, although the current record has not yet flagged any significant corrosion or structural weakness.