2014 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · YP14 TKN

A significant gap in the MOT history from April 2022 to the present date suggests a prolonged period where the vehicle may have been off the road or untested. Prior to this hiatus, the vehicle demonstrated a stable trend of roadworthiness, including five clean passes and a final recorded pass on 29 April 2022 which noted a minor advisory for a rear exhaust leak. The recorded mileage of 79,708 miles averages approximately 6,642 miles per year over twelve years, which is typical for this model. However, the lack of testing since 2022 means this mileage may not reflect the vehicle's current state, and the period of inactivity could have introduced issues related to component stagnation or perished rubber seals. Specific attention must be paid to the exhaust system due to the leak flagged in the last recorded test. During a test drive, listen for an increased drone or rasping sound from the rear of the vehicle, particularly under acceleration, and visually inspect the piping and hangers for advanced corrosion that may have developed during the period of inactivity. A thorough road test is essential to identify any deterioration resulting from the testing gap. Listen for knocks or clunks over bumps to evaluate the condition of the suspension bushes and linkages, and check for any steering pull or pedal judder to ensure the braking system has not seized or degraded while stationary.