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GY12 OBM

2012 Citroen DS4

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

102,258 mi
Last recorded102,258 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2012 Citroen DS469,210 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY12 OBM
MakeCitroen
ModelDS4
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 102,258 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

This vehicle has an outstanding recall. Contact Citroën for information and to arrange a free repair

Fail 25 Nov 2025 102,258 miles

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb in wrong and no clip to hold it in place (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

This vehicle has an outstanding recall. Contact Citroën for information and to arrange a free repair

Pass 28 Nov 2024 96,242 miles

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

Some light corrosion to underside and components

Fail 28 Nov 2024 96,241 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Some light corrosion to underside and components

Pass 1 Dec 2023 90,588 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2022 87,175 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2022 87,175 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 13 Dec 2021 84,818 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 80,802 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2019 76,860 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 66,966 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2017 55,657 miles

Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Power steering pump has slight seepage from a component electric (2.3.3b)

Pass 8 Dec 2016 45,620 miles

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

Fail 8 Dec 2016 45,620 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Nov 2015 34,603 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen DS4?

Based on 158,575 MOT tests across 12,192 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
7,055
Miles/Year
15
Year Lifespan
12,192
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 2,646
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,121
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GY12 OBM is a 2012 Citroen DS4 in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2012 Citroen DS4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 69,210 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen DS4 fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 2,646 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GY12 OBM, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen DS4 typically stays on UK roads for around 15 years. At 14 years old, this Citroen DS4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GY12 OBM registered?

GY12 OBM is a 2012 Citroen DS4, first registered on 16 April 2012.

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