Should I check the MOT history before buying a 2017 Citroen Nemo?

Yes. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. A full MOT history analysis will highlight patterns that a single test result won't reveal.

What corrosion should I look for when inspecting a 2017 Citroen Nemo?

Check brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that is expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.

How are tyres and brakes typically on a 2017 Citroen Nemo?

Tyres and brakes are the most common advisory items on vehicles of this age. Budget for replacement if they are near the limit, and factor this into your offer price.

How many 2017 Citroen Nemo vehicles have had dangerous defects recorded?

44% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Search the registration on CarHunch — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.

Is the 2017 Citroen Nemo reliable?

Based on MOT data from 512 vehicles, the 2017 Citroen Nemo has a first-time MOT pass rate of 77.8%, indicating generally reliable for its class. Always check the full MOT history of any specific vehicle before buying.

What are common problems with the 2017 Citroen Nemo?

The most frequently recorded MOT issues on the 2017 Citroen Nemo are: Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (62.4% of vehicles), Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (57.3% of vehicles), Oil leak, but not excessive (34.6% of vehicles). These figures are based on actual MOT test records — search a specific registration on CarHunch to see its individual history.

Do I need an HPI check when buying a 2017 Citroen Nemo?

Yes. The MOT history will not show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status. An HPI check covers these areas and should be part of any used car purchase.

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Citroen Nemo (2017)

512 real MOT outcomes analysed • 77.8% first-time pass rate

2017 Citroen Nemo

CarHunch analysed 512 real MOT records for the 2017 Citroen Nemo. Real test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — from verified DVLA records. Updated as new MOTs are recorded.
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The 2017 Citroën Nemo's first-time MOT pass rate of 77.8% sits slightly below the UK average of 80%, suggesting reliability that's a touch more troublesome than typical. More concerning is that 44.1% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, which is notably high and worth factoring into your inspection checklist.

With a median mileage of 54,613 miles for a seven-year-old van, these are working vehicles that have seen reasonable use, and the average of nearly two failures per test reflects the wear you'd expect from commercial or regular working life. Before buying, request the full MOT history and have a mechanic specifically check the suspension, braking system, and lighting—the usual culprits when dangerous defects are this prevalent.

The 2017 Citroen Nemo has a decent first-time pass rate (77.8%), but a higher-than-average share of vehicles have had serious defects recorded — the individual vehicle's history matters a lot here.

⚠️ Over 1 in 5 of these vehicles have had a dangerous MOT failure at some point — usually tyres or brakes, and often a one-off issue rather than a persistent problem. The group stats won't tell you which one you're looking at.

First-time pass

77.8%

UK average ~80%

Around average

Dangerous (ever)

44.1%

At least once in MOT history

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Avg failures / car

1.98

Over 8.3 tests on record

High

Typical mileage

55k

Middle half: 36k–82k

For context

🔧 Average reliability. Passes at roughly the UK rate — not a standout, not a problem vehicle. Individual history makes all the difference.

🔧 Expect consumable spend. An average of 8.5 advisories per vehicle tells you wear items (tyres, brakes) get flagged regularly. Budget for them — they're not surprises.

🔍 The dangerous defect figure is real. Most are one-off tyre failures or brake issues — not structural problems. But it's exactly why checking the individual vehicle's history is essential, not optional.

These stats describe 512 vehicles as a group. The specific vehicle you're looking at could be the one good example or the one outlier. Run its registration to find out.

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What tends to go wrong

Across 512 vehicles — figures show how many had each issue flagged at least once in their MOT history.

Tyre wear 62.4%

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge · Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing · …

Budget for a full set — on a vehicle this age, tyres are expected consumables. An inspection will confirm how much is left.

Other issues 34.6%

Oil leak, but not excessive · Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

Suspension & steering 24.8%

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken · Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken

Harder to spot without a ramp — this is a good reason to book a pre-purchase inspection.

Brake wear 23.1%

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin · Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

Ask the seller when brakes were last serviced. If they don't know, factor in the cost.

Lighting 10.5%

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

Usually cheap to fix. Worth confirming all lights work before collecting.

Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2017.

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Before you buy a 2017 Citroen Nemo

Based on MOT data from 512 vehicles — here's what to check.

📋 Check the full MOT history. 44.1% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded - recurring advisories often signal problems years before they become failures.
Search the reg on CarHunch for the full MOT history, reliability stats and a free AI-powered analysis of that exact vehicle.
🔍 Brake pipes, sills and subframes are the key areas on a vehicle this age — structural rust is hard to spot without getting underneath. A mechanic will check all of this before you commit, and give you a concrete basis to negotiate on price. Inspection →
📄 Outstanding finance, insurance write-offs and clocking won't appear in the MOT records — a dedicated history check covers all of this. Our link gets you 20% off automatically. History Get 20% off via CarHunch

Colour Breakdown

Based on 21,609 Citroen Nemo vehicles registered in the UK — across all years. From DVLA registration records.

White 60.7%

13,115

Grey 15.6%

3,369

Blue 12.1%

2,616

Red 8.5%

1,827

Beige 1.6%

342

Green 0.7%

142

Black 0.6%

124

Silver 0.3%

Multi-colour 0%

Yellow 0%

Mileage Distribution

Most 2017 Citroen Nemo vehicles sit in the blue band. If the vehicle you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.

54,613

typical

36,029

low mileage

82,492

high mileage

Half of all 2017 Citroen Nemo vehicles fall between 36,029 and 82,492 miles.

Is the mileage you're seeing normal?

✓ Under 36,029 miles — lower than most. Could be great, or could be a vehicle that rarely moved. Check test frequency and mileage progression in the MOT history.

✓ 36,029–82,492 miles — normal for age. This is where most 2017 Citroen Nemos sit.

⚠ Over 111,364 miles — higher than typical. Not necessarily a problem, but check service history and look out for advisory build-up on tyres and brakes.

2017 Citroen Nemo — Still on the Road

Most 2017 Citroen Nemos are still being driven.

Strong survival — 440 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 89% of the peak.

Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2018–2025.
* The 2020 dip reflects the government's COVID-19 MOT exemption, which allowed certificates to be extended by six months — fewer tests were conducted that year.

MOT History Averages

8.3

Avg MOT tests per vehicle

1.98

Avg failures per vehicle

8.5

Avg advisories per vehicle

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