2003 Citroen C15 1.9L Diesel · DG03 UNH

The roadworthiness of this vehicle is critical and shows a clear worsening trend in structural and mechanical integrity. The most recent recorded test in November 2021 at 101,542 miles resulted in a failure due to excessive corrosion on the nearside and offside integral body structures, specifically affecting the strength of the body mounting sills. Given that no MOT has been recorded for nearly five years since, the vehicle's current state is unknown and the structural decay has likely progressed significantly in the interim. The vehicle exhibits low mileage for its 23-year age, having covered only 101,542 miles, which averages to approximately 4,400 miles per year. However, there is a significant gap in the data between September 2017 at 48,647 miles and September 2016 at 93,922 miles, where the vehicle covered over 45,000 miles in a single year. This burst of use followed by long periods of inactivity often accelerates rubber component degradation and explains the recurring failures of seals and bushes seen in the later records. Mechanical history reveals a pattern of neglect regarding braking and suspension components. The tester repeatedly flagged corroded brake pipes, seized brake load sensing valves, and fractured coil springs across multiple years. The 2021 failure also highlighted severe issues, including a split CV boot, a distorted front road wheel, and a rear service brake with no recorded effort. The persistent presence of a minor oil leak since at least 2018 further suggests that maintenance has been reactive rather than proactive.