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BG12 MXU

2012 Citroen C4

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Aug 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,238 mi
Last recorded99,238 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2012 Citroen C465,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG12 MXU
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2012
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 99,238 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 7 Aug 2025 92,788 miles

Both rear tyres are worn low (3mm).

Drivers seat is insecure.

Headlight lenses are deteriorating.

Nearside number plate light is not working.

Oil leak.

Slight play in the steering.

Fail 6 Aug 2025 92,788 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Both rear tyres are worn low (3mm).

Drivers seat is insecure.

Headlight lenses are deteriorating.

Nearside number plate light is not working.

Oil leak.

Slight play in the steering.

Pass 30 Jul 2024 82,950 miles

Oil leaks.

Small split in nearside front drop link dust cover.

Pass 27 Jul 2023 73,413 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 64,762 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rear tyres perished

Fail 4 Aug 2022 64,762 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

rear tyres perished

Pass 20 Aug 2021 56,175 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing on inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Daytime light not working.

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 50,799 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 8 Aug 2019 43,285 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2019 43,285 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cut in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed Cut in the tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Aug 2018 34,523 miles

Slight play in the N/S/R wheel bearing.

Fail 16 Aug 2018 34,523 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Slight play in the N/S/R wheel bearing.

Pass 15 Aug 2017 27,053 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 22,920 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front tyre worn low on edges,on legal limit

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear tyre has crack

Offside Front tyre wearing low on edges,has crack

Pass 24 Aug 2015 16,055 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C4?

Based on 3,110,282 MOT tests across 237,183 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
7,034
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
237,183
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 68,682
Stop lamp not working 57,397
position lamp(s) not working 51,823
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 46,041
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 39,505
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BG12 MXU is a 2012 Citroen C4 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 Citroen C4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.4% with a typical mileage of 65,251 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 68,682 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG12 MXU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C4 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 14 years old, this Citroen C4 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BG12 MXU is a 2012 Citroen C4, first registered on 10 May 2012.

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