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FT53 EAJ

2004 Citroen C15

Red Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2022
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

92,437 mi
Last recorded92,437 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2021
Typical for 2004 Citroen C1564,586 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFT53 EAJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC15
Year2004
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2021 92,437 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.0 mm (5.2.3 (e))

signs of slight corrosion becoming evident on under body outer sills and components

Pass 18 Feb 2020 86,315 miles

slight corrosion becoming evident on rear member but is non structural

Pass 13 Feb 2019 78,976 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2019 78,976 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch next to strut mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner arch next to strut top mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 23 Feb 2018 71,761 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2017 69,289 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded over rear axle (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded over rear axle (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Feb 2016 67,515 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 113,898 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 62,989 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 61,483 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 17 Feb 2012 58,961 miles

Offside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

steering lock not working

Pass 17 Feb 2012 58,961 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

steering lock not working

Pass 22 Feb 2011 57,150 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 52,620 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 46,542 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2008 38,095 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2007 28,666 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2007 28,666 miles

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

How Reliable is the Citroen C15?

Based on 153,086 MOT tests across 16,950 vehicles.

63.6%
Pass Rate
4,448
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
16,950
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 8,845
Side repeater not working 8,654
Headlamp aim too low 7,959
Stop lamp not working 7,678
Headlamp insecure 6,419
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FT53 EAJ is a 2004 Citroen C15 in Red with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Citroen C15 models, the average MOT pass rate is 64.2% with a typical mileage of 64,586 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C15 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 8,845 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FT53 EAJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C15 typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 22 years old, this Citroen C15 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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FT53 EAJ is a 2004 Citroen C15, first registered on 25 February 2004.

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