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LG05 EXS

2005 Citroen C4

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2019
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

126,353 mi
Last recorded126,353 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen C465,246 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG05 EXS
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2018 126,353 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 126,301 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2017 112,144 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 99,427 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2016 99,411 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2015 84,953 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 13 Jun 2015 84,953 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Steering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.2.A.1b)

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

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 62,586 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2014 62,586 miles

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

Pass 18 Feb 2014 61,105 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2013 57,880 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Feb 2013 57,880 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 54,536 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2011 50,455 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 50,455 miles

Nearside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 10 Mar 2010 42,438 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 42,438 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 33,265 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2008 24,370 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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LG05 EXS is a 2005 Citroen C4 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 LG05 EXS, 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 LG05 EXS registered?

LG05 EXS is a 2005 Citroen C4, first registered on 1 March 2005.

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