1998 Citroen C15 1.8L Diesel · S717 ARC

A consistent record of roadworthiness defines this vehicle, with no advisories or specific defects listed throughout the last three years of testing. Although failures were recorded on 27 March 2026 and 9 April 2025, these were resolved immediately to achieve passes on 30 March 2026 and 9 April 2025 respectively. The absence of recurring issues or long-term advisories indicates a stable mechanical state according to the DVSA records. The recorded mileage of 80,545 miles is notably low for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 2,877 miles per year over nearly three decades. Such a low rate of accumulation suggests the vehicle has experienced periods of inactivity or very limited operational use. Mechanically, this usage pattern can result in the degradation of rubber seals, gaskets, and suspension bushings due to age rather than wear, which may not always be immediately apparent in a standard MOT test. Given the lack of specific defects in the MOT history, a physical inspection should focus on the structural integrity of the chassis and subframe, as corrosion is common in vehicles of this era. During a test drive, listen for knocks or clunks from the suspension linkages and feel for any steering vagueness or pull, which would indicate wear in the steering rack or bushings that has not yet reached the threshold of an MOT failure. Attention should also be paid to the operation of the braking system to ensure there is no binding in the calipers or lack of pedal firmness. While the DVSA records show no current defects, the age of the vehicle warrants a check for oil misting around the engine seals and a verification of the exhaust system's security and integrity to ensure no leaks have developed since the last inspection.