Citroen C15
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 17 years from 2,907 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
64%
Total Tests
2,907
Best Year
1992 (72%)
Years Covered
17
About the Citroen C15
The Citroen C15 has been tested 2,907 times in 2026 MOT data across 17 model years (1990 to 2006), with an average pass rate of 64%. That's 18 points below the national average of 82%, so check the year-by-year data carefully before buying. Available as diesel.
Best and Worst Years
The 1992 model is the most reliable with a 72% pass rate from 229 tests. The 1993 model has the lowest at 56%. With a 16 point spread, choosing the right year makes a big difference to reliability.
Reliability Trend
The CITROEN C15 has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (1990) averages 106,250 miles, while the newest (2006) averages 82,445 miles. Older models have covered serious mileage, so suspension and drivetrain wear are worth checking.
Compared to the Citroen brand average of 79%, the C15 is 15 points lower, placing it among the less reliable Citroen models.
Estimated Running Costs
Higher due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Citroen C15 by Year
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| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 66% | 38 | 82,445 mi | |
| 2005 | 69% | 89 | 87,470 mi | |
| 2004 | 59% | 63 | 90,106 mi | |
| 2003 | 69% | 54 | 93,927 mi | |
| 2002 | 68% | 114 | 80,122 mi | |
| 2001 | 66% | 109 | 88,142 mi | |
| 2000 | 65% | 106 | 91,067 mi | |
| 1999 | 62% | 155 | 84,439 mi | |
| 1998 | 62% | 200 | 88,682 mi | |
| 1997 | 64% | 220 | 90,444 mi | |
| 1996 | 60% | 248 | 96,593 mi | |
| 1995 | 71% | 250 | 95,776 mi | |
| 1994 | 62% | 367 | 105,054 mi | |
| 1993 | 56% | 337 | 101,817 mi | |
| 1992 | 72% | 229 | 100,898 mi | |
| 1991 | 60% | 161 | 117,516 mi | |
| 1990 | 65% | 167 | 106,250 mi |
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