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FV05 JXN

2005 Citroen C4

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2021
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

146,551 mi
Last recorded146,551 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2020
Typical for 2005 Citroen C465,246 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 JXN
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2020 146,551 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2019 142,611 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2019 142,611 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2018 138,629 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2017 135,707 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 130,918 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2015 126,289 miles

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 8 Jul 2015 126,289 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Fail 18 Jun 2015 126,141 miles

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

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

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

nail nearside rear tyre

nearside door mirror missing

pipe that runs to turbo loose and insecure

Pass 12 Jun 2014 106,949 miles

nearside door mirror damaged

slight creaking from nearside and offside front top mount area

Fail 12 Jun 2014 106,947 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

nearside door mirror damaged

slight creaking from nearside and offside front top mount area

Pass 15 Jun 2013 95,279 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2013 95,279 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 86,549 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2012 86,549 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

high level brake light not working

nearside door mirror broken

Pass 14 Jun 2011 78,432 miles

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

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

high level brake light not working

nearside door mirror damaged

Fail 18 Jun 2010 70,144 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 70,144 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 62,665 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 55,102 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 30,457 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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FV05 JXN is a 2005 Citroen C4 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 FV05 JXN, 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 FV05 JXN registered?

FV05 JXN is a 2005 Citroen C4, first registered on 18 May 2005.

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