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LC05 BUF

2005 Citroen C4

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2022
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

52,697 mi
Last recorded52,697 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen C465,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLC05 BUF
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2021 52,697 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and both rears perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear light contains water

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

Fail 27 Apr 2021 52,697 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and both rears perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear light contains water

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

Pass 25 Apr 2020 68,848 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 40,085 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2018 37,779 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2017 35,858 miles

rear exhaust system has a broken bracket but still sercure

Pass 19 Apr 2016 33,395 miles

High level brake light not working

Pass 6 May 2015 31,090 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 31,090 miles

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.A.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2014 27,773 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 24,615 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2013 24,601 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 23 Apr 2012 21,632 miles

Offside front tyre cracking on the outer edge

Vehicle tested in wet conditions

Fail 20 Apr 2011 18,808 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 18,808 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2010 16,654 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 May 2009 14,515 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 14,515 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 May 2008 11,888 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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LC05 BUF is a 2005 Citroen C4 in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 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 LC05 BUF, 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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LC05 BUF is a 2005 Citroen C4, first registered on 3 May 2005.

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