2015 Citroen DS4 1.6L Diesel · NJ15 ABV
2015 Citroen DS4 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 23 Mar 2015. Recorded mileage 157,928 miles. MOT valid until 20 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Aug 2026. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN DS4
- Year / Origin
- 2015 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Recall Notice
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 157,928 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Outstanding Safety Recall Notice
Action RequiredOfficial DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.
NJ15 ABV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
- Latest MOT passed on 21/11/2025
- 157,928 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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NJ15 ABV Mileage History
- 28/09/2023122,332 mi
- 08/10/2024143,333 mi+21,001 mi
- 08/10/2024143,335 mi+2 mi
- 31/10/2025157,926 mi+14,591 mi
- 21/11/2025157,928 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 16,561 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
NJ15 ABV MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2015 Citroen Ds4 (NJ15 ABV) between September 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (11 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”.
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Our Verdict
Approach this 2015 Citroen DS4 diesel with strong caution due to a recent MOT failure showing multiple serious faults. Although it passed a retest three weeks later, the underlying wear and leak issues suggest deferred maintenance that could prove costly.
Negotiate firmly on price given the recent failure and high mileage; budget for immediate consumables such as front tyres and rear brake discs noted as worn at the last pass. Request full service history to confirm the engine oil leak (flagged excessive in October 2025, then 'not excessive' in November) has been properly investigated rather than temporarily cleaned. For this model, check the suspension ball joints and drive shaft boots closely as both have appeared repeatedly in the MOT record.
As a 1560cc diesel registered before April 2017, this DS4 likely falls in a lower road tax band (around £20-£30 annually) but confirm with DVLA. Insurance group is typically moderate for a DS4, though high mileage may affect premiums. With 157,928 miles on the clock, expect above-average maintenance costs for tyres, brakes and suspension; estimated annual running cost including fuel, tax, insurance and upkeep is around £1,400-£1,800.
Inspect the front inner tyres closely — both were flagged worn on the inner edge at the October 2025 failure and again at the November pass, suggesting alignment or driving-style issues. Check the engine for oil leaks around the sump and turbo as excessive leaking was recorded in October 2025 and a lesser leak at the pass. Verify the Offside Front lower suspension arm ball joint and CV boot flagged at failure have been replaced, and test the brakes for binding given the Nearside Front service brake excessively binding noted in 2025.
This purple 1.6-litre diesel DS4 (NJ15ABV) has covered 157,928 miles as of its November 2025 MOT, well above typical use for a 10-year-old car. The October 2025 failure listed excessive engine oil leak, binding front brake, worn suspension ball joint and split CV boot, though these were cleared at retest. Repeated tyre, brake and suspension advisories across 2023-2025 show a pattern of heavy wear consistent with high mileage.
No aggregate MOT reliability data is available for the Citroen DS4, so assessment relies solely on this vehicle's individual history.
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