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OV05 CXG

2005 Citroen C4

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2025
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

44,806 mi
Last recorded44,806 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 Citroen C465,246 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV05 CXG
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2024 44,806 miles

Both front tyres wearing on shoulders.

Both headlights crazed.

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both rear. (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 2 Dec 2023 34,736 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 25,611 miles
Pass 17 May 2019 25,263 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

both front and nearside rear tyres perishing in tread

Pass 22 May 2018 24,674 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 May 2017 24,064 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Wear lip on front and rear brake discs

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 20 May 2016 21,298 miles

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 May 2015 19,326 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 16,708 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 14,493 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 8 May 2012 13,167 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 May 2012 13,167 miles

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

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 May 2011 11,836 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 May 2010 9,627 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 8,207 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 6,402 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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OV05 CXG is a 2005 Citroen C4 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 OV05 CXG, 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 OV05 CXG registered?

OV05 CXG is a 2005 Citroen C4, first registered on 21 May 2005.

Is OV05 CXG safe to buy?

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