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SK05 OLV

2005 Citroen C4

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Nov 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

84,570 mi
Last recorded84,570 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen C465,246 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK05 OLV
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2015 84,570 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2015 84,570 miles

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

Nearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 78,896 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 75,015 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2013 74,872 miles

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

Pass 18 Oct 2012 70,937 miles

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 64,388 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2010 58,888 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2009 51,278 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 21 Apr 2009 47,909 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2009 47,812 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

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

Advise front brake discs starting to pit and corrode.

Pass 25 Apr 2008 41,000 miles

manifold heatshield insecure

Fail 25 Apr 2008 41,000 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

manifold heatshield insecure

Fail 28 Mar 2008 40,256 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 27 Mar 2008 40,255 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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SK05 OLV is a 2005 Citroen C4 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 SK05 OLV, 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 SK05 OLV registered?

SK05 OLV is a 2005 Citroen C4, first registered on 26 April 2005.

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