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FM05 LCF

2005 Citroen C4

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Aug 2020
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

98,745 mi
Last recorded98,745 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen C465,246 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 LCF
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2019 98,745 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2019 98,739 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Pass 23 Jun 2018 55,282 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear tyre slightly worn

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 22 Jun 2018 55,281 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Exhaust system insecure silencer bracket (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 48,206 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 48,205 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2016 41,517 miles
Pass 29 May 2015 37,243 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2014 32,085 miles

front brake discs lipped

Fail 21 Jun 2014 31,946 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

front brake discs lipped

Pass 22 Jun 2013 27,648 miles

both rear tyres cracked and perished

Fail 22 Jun 2013 27,648 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both rear tyres cracked and perished

Pass 23 Jun 2012 22,824 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 20,619 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 17,735 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2009 13,834 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

Pass 17 Jun 2009 13,834 miles

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is distorted but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 11,285 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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FM05 LCF is a 2005 Citroen C4 in Black with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FM05 LCF, 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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FM05 LCF is a 2005 Citroen C4, first registered on 31 July 2005.

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