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LY05 HPL

2005 Citroen C4

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,522 mi
Last recorded105,522 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen C465,246 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY05 HPL
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2017 105,522 miles
Fail 25 Aug 2017 105,522 miles

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 100,151 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2016 100,151 miles

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak both rear (2.7.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front (8.2.2)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 94,329 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Oct 2014 86,129 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2014 86,129 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Macpherson strut has excessive movement in the upper support bearing assembly (2.5.B.1b)

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

Pass 8 Oct 2013 78,145 miles

multiple engine oil leaks

Fail 4 Oct 2013 78,145 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

rear wiper arm missing

multiple engine oil leaks

Pass 15 Oct 2012 70,722 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 65,364 miles

engine oil leak!

rear brake discs worn!

Pass 29 Oct 2010 56,682 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 48,481 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2008 39,697 miles

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

Fail 27 Oct 2008 39,697 miles

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

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

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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LY05 HPL is a 2005 Citroen C4 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 LY05 HPL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY05 HPL registered?

LY05 HPL is a 2005 Citroen C4, first registered on 28 July 2005.

Is LY05 HPL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY05 HPL shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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