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CY61 HVG

2012 Citroen C4

Beige Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

119,987 mi
Last recorded119,987 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen C465,251 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCY61 HVG
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2012
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 119,987 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2024 103,485 miles

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

Fail 12 Nov 2024 103,485 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 10 Nov 2023 89,500 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Undertray hanging low

Fail 31 Oct 2023 89,029 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Daytime running lamp not working

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Undertray hanging low

Pass 18 Nov 2022 75,945 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Day running light inoprotive

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

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 3 Nov 2022 75,773 miles

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

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Daytime running lamp not working

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald/damage outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 63,609 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 57,677 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 51,451 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 46,168 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2018 46,168 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 2 Jun 2017 37,355 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2016 27,001 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 Jul 2015 17,408 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2015 17,408 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Dec 2014 16,854 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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CY61 HVG is a 2012 Citroen C4 in Beige with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 CY61 HVG, 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 CY61 HVG registered?

CY61 HVG is a 2012 Citroen C4, first registered on 16 February 2012.

Is CY61 HVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for CY61 HVG shows 17 tests with a 70.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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