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FP05 RSV

2005 Citroen C4

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jun 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

151,244 mi
Last recorded151,244 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen C465,246 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP05 RSV
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2016 151,244 miles

Centre Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Fail 17 Jun 2016 151,244 miles

Centre Front engine mounting deteriorated, but not resulting in excessive movement (6.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Offside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

Pass 25 Jun 2015 137,250 miles

OSF Tyre worne on inner edge.

Pass 10 Jun 2014 132,752 miles

Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

engine management light on

play in both front ARB link ball joint

Pass 14 Jun 2013 123,444 miles

offside track rod end worn resulting in play

play in both steering rack arms

rear outer tyres worn low

Pass 21 Jun 2012 113,895 miles

passenger front seat belt slow to retract

slight play in offside inner rack joint

Pass 2 Jun 2011 100,728 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2011 100,725 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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

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

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

e s p light on

Pass 4 Jun 2010 86,899 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 86,891 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 74,014 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2008 61,391 miles

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

Fail 24 Jun 2008 61,390 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 May 2008 61,332 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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FP05 RSV is a 2005 Citroen C4 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FP05 RSV, 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 FP05 RSV registered?

FP05 RSV is a 2005 Citroen C4, first registered on 25 April 2005.

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