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FH05 BZU

2005 Citroen C4

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2016
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

111,477 mi
Last recorded111,477 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen C465,246 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 BZU
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2015 111,477 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

under cover loose

Fail 18 Feb 2015 111,475 miles

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

under cover loose

Pass 24 Feb 2014 101,846 miles

N/S/F TYRE IS SCRUBBED ON THE OUTER TREAD

Oil leak

Rear bumper insecure

Fail 21 Feb 2014 101,764 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

ENGINE SUMP COVER IS INSECURE

N/S/F TYRE IS SCRUBBED ON THE OUTER TREAD

Oil leak

Rear bumper insecure

Pass 22 Feb 2013 89,969 miles

Nearside rear tyre slightly out of shape

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 23 Feb 2012 83,236 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 83,234 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Feb 2011 74,373 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2011 74,373 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

Pass 17 Feb 2010 66,490 miles

Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 57,254 miles

covers fitted preventing full inspection of the underside

offside rear tyre slightly cracked

Pass 9 Sep 2008 57,506 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2008 55,105 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2008 55,105 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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FH05 BZU is a 2005 Citroen C4 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

Across all 2005 Citroen C4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.9% with a typical mileage of 65,246 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 FH05 BZU, 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 21 years old, this Citroen C4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FH05 BZU registered?

FH05 BZU is a 2005 Citroen C4, first registered on 24 June 2005.

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