2009 Citroen C1 1.0L Petrol · YY09 CCF

A consistent track record of roadworthiness defines this vehicle, with no advisories or defects recorded across the four most recent tests. This stability is evidenced by the pass on 20 January 2023, although a failure was recorded on 18 November 2021 immediately preceding a successful retest five days later. The absence of recurring faults suggests a stable mechanical state during its active testing period. The recorded mileage of 101,569 miles over seventeen years equates to an average of approximately 5,975 miles per year, which is low for a vehicle of this age. While this indicates lighter overall use, the total mileage has now exceeded the 100,000-mile threshold, meaning that primary drivetrain components and suspension bushings have undergone significant cumulative wear regardless of the low annual average. A significant gap in the MOT history exists between January 2023 and the current date in September 2026, indicating the vehicle has likely been stationary for over three years. Such a prolonged period of inactivity necessitates a rigorous inspection for components that degrade during storage. Particular attention should be paid to the braking system to ensure calipers have not seized and that brake discs have not suffered from heavy surface corrosion. During a test drive, listen for knocks or clunks from the suspension, as rubber bushings can perish or harden when left unused. Given the age of the vehicle, a physical inspection of the underbody and sills for corrosion is essential, as the lack of recorded advisories in previous tests does not preclude the presence of surface rust that has not yet reached a structural failure point. Check for any steering heaviness or pedal judder that may have developed during the period of dormancy.