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BJ58 ZBE

2009 Citroen C4

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

119,022 mi
Last recorded119,022 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2022
Typical for 2009 Citroen C467,988 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ58 ZBE
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Fail 1 Feb 2022 119,022 miles

Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Headlamp aim too far to the right bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced next to sub frame (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive Engine wet (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2021 104,047 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

parking brake efficiency only just met

Pass 24 Jan 2020 97,294 miles

parking brake efficiency only just met

Pass 25 Jan 2019 90,645 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2019 90,645 miles

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

Fail 25 Jan 2019 90,645 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jan 2018 83,975 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 76,014 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2016 65,491 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2016 65,491 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jan 2015 53,606 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2014 43,039 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Jan 2013 25,545 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2013 25,545 miles

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 28 Dec 2011 15,699 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2011 15,633 miles

Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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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BJ58 ZBE is a 2009 Citroen C4 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2009 Citroen C4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.5% with a typical mileage of 67,988 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BJ58 ZBE, 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 17 years old, this Citroen C4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BJ58 ZBE is a 2009 Citroen C4, first registered on 27 January 2009.

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