2008 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · YX58 XBC

The vehicle is currently unroadworthy and shows a rapidly worsening trend in structural and mechanical condition. The most recent test on 9 June 2026 at 124,197 miles resulted in multiple critical failures, most notably severe corrosion on the outer sills and suspension mounting points. While the car passed in 2024 and 2025, the subsequent failures indicate that the degradation of the chassis and exhaust system has reached a point of terminal failure that was not addressed by previous owners. At 124,197 miles over 18 years, the C1 has averaged approximately 6,900 miles per year, which is consistent with typical low-mileage urban use. However, the mileage accumulation between March 2024 and June 2026 shows over 13,000 miles driven in a period where the structural integrity clearly deteriorated significantly. The transition from a clean test in 2024 to a catastrophic failure in 2026 suggests a lack of preventative maintenance regarding the underlying rust issues. A buyer must prioritise a thorough physical inspection of the structural integrity, specifically the sills and all suspension mounting areas, as the record confirms these sections are corroded to the point of affecting vehicle control. The braking system shows a recurring pattern of neglect, with excessive corrosion on brake pipes noted in 2023 and 2025, followed by binding calipers and pitted discs in 2026. The exhaust system also suffers from a major leak that allows fumes into the cabin, necessitating a complete replacement of the assembly rather than a minor repair.