Citroen C1: suspension MOT failures
Suspension was a recorded failure area in 4.5% of Citroen C1 MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2006, 2007 cars.
Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair cost: £150–£450 per corner (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Suspension failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 5,254 | 9.6% |
| 2006 | 34,401 | 10.1% |
| 2007 | 52,469 | 10.5% |
| 2008 | 71,125 | 9.8% |
| 2009 | 79,435 | 7.4% |
| 2012 | 84,770 | 3.7% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.