2014 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · YP64 LOA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy but the maintenance trend indicates a reactive approach to repairs rather than proactive preventative care. While the most recent test in August 2025 at 116,527 miles passed, the record shows persistent issues with the offside rear brake pipe corrosion and axle mounting points. This specific brake pipe issue was flagged during the August 2024 test, suggesting that while the defect was addressed, the underlying environmental degradation remains a factor for the vehicle's structural integrity. At 116,527 miles over twelve years, the Citroen has averaged approximately 9,700 miles per year, which aligns with typical UK usage patterns for a small city car. The data shows consistent use, with roughly 8,000 miles covered between the July 2023 and August 2024 tests, and another 7,800 miles covered in the following year. However, the failure in August 2024 due to a dangerously worn nearside tyre and a seized bonnet catch indicates that basic consumable checks may have been neglected prior to the annual inspection deadline. A buyer must conduct a thorough inspection of the braking system and suspension components. The 2023 failure revealed a binding nearside rear brake and poor parking brake efficiency, which often points to seized calipers or stretched cables in high-mileage small cars. The recurring corrosion on the offside rear axle mounting point noted in 2025 requires a close physical check to ensure the rust has not progressed beyond surface-level oxidation. Additionally, the distorted nearside front road wheel noted in 2024 should be checked for impact damage or uneven tyre wear, as this suggests a previous hard strike that could have affected the alignment.