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BV12 HXL

2012 Citroen C4

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 May 2019
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

130,325 mi
Last recorded130,325 miles
Recorded on23 May 2018
Typical for 2012 Citroen C465,251 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV12 HXL
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2012
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 May 2018 130,325 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2017 116,652 miles
Fail 27 May 2017 116,652 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 May 2016 103,239 miles
Pass 28 May 2015 80,082 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 77,634 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 10 Feb 2015 77,634 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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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BV12 HXL is a 2012 Citroen C4 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 BV12 HXL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BV12 HXL registered?

BV12 HXL is a 2012 Citroen C4, first registered on 1 March 2012.

Is BV12 HXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV12 HXL shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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