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GAZ 8197

2015 Citroen DS4

White Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

84,021 mi
Last recorded84,021 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2015 Citroen DS453,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGAZ 8197
MakeCitroen
ModelDS4
Year2015
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 84,021 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2026 84,021 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2025 74,917 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2025 74,917 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 65,904 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2023 55,541 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 48,095 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2022 48,095 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 41,414 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2020 36,680 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2019 28,747 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 21,621 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen DS4?

Based on 158,575 MOT tests across 12,192 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
7,055
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
12,192
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 2,646
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,121
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GAZ 8197 is a 2015 Citroen DS4 in White with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2015 Citroen DS4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.5% with a typical mileage of 53,251 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Citroen DS4 fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 2,646 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GAZ 8197, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen DS4 typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 11 years old, this Citroen DS4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GAZ 8197 registered?

GAZ 8197 is a 2015 Citroen DS4, first registered on 9 March 2015.

Is GAZ 8197 safe to buy?

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