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R542 NSL

1997 Citroen C15

White Diesel 1769cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2019
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

59,107 mi
Last recorded59,107 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2018
Typical for 1997 Citroen C1589,293 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR542 NSL
MakeCitroen
ModelC15
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,769cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2018 59,107 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (under bonnet) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 5 Jun 2018 59,097 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis (under bonnet) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2017 56,567 miles

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement slight movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement slight movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

condition of exhaust

engine has a misting of oil

general condition of underside

power steering pipes have a misting of oil

Fail 31 May 2017 56,558 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded hole in floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded hole in floor (2.4.A.3)

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

general condition of underside

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement slight movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement slight movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive hole in outer layer of double skinned channel (2.4.A.3)

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

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

condition of exhaust

engine has a misting of oil

power steering pipes have a misting of oil

Pass 10 Jun 2016 51,311 miles

corrosion at offside rear outwith prescribed areas

sill corroded at nearside front outwith prescribed areas

Fail 9 Jun 2016 51,310 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Offside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking at rear of subframe (2.3.3b)

corrosion at offside rear outwith prescribed areas

sill corroded at nearside front outwith prescribed areas

Pass 24 Jun 2015 50,249 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 47,856 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 May 2013 44,312 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 39,170 miles

offside front wheel bearing slightly noisey

offside headlamp reflector corroded

windscreen scored slightly

Fail 27 Jun 2012 39,170 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

offside front wheel bearing slightly noisey

offside headlamp reflector corroded

windscreen scored slightly

Fail 10 Jun 2011 38,026 miles

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

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

both headlights sprung loaded movment detected

Pass 10 Jun 2011 38,026 miles

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

both headlights sprung loaded movment detected

Pass 16 Jun 2010 37,386 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

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

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

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

o/s front inner wing corroded but not excessive

Pass 17 Jun 2009 34,767 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 15 Jun 2009 34,766 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Apr 2008 34,229 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2008 34,205 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 31,428 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 29,556 miles

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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R542 NSL is a 1997 Citroen C15 in White with a 1,769cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 1997 Citroen C15 models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.9% with a typical mileage of 89,293 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 R542 NSL, 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 29 years old, this Citroen C15 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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R542 NSL is a 1997 Citroen C15, first registered on 29 August 1997.

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