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SW05 XCZ

2005 Citroen C4

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2015
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

257,921 mi
Last recorded257,921 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2014
Typical for 2005 Citroen C465,246 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW05 XCZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2014 257,921 miles

advise front brake discs

Fail 13 Feb 2014 257,921 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

advise front brake discs

Pass 11 Feb 2013 203,876 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2013 203,876 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

advise front pads

advise nearside rear disc

advise play at both front hub areas

Pass 4 Apr 2012 13,722 miles

slight play at n/s/f hub area.

Fail 4 Apr 2012 177,722 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

slight play at n/s/f hub area.

Pass 6 Apr 2011 141,236 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2011 141,236 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2010 59,506 miles

E.M.L.light on

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

accident damage to rear bumper-n/s/r and n/s/f wings

sump dented

Fail 9 Mar 2010 59,366 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Centre Rear Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

E.M.L.light on

Nearside Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

accident damage to rear bumper-n/s/r and n/s/f wings

sump dented

Pass 3 Mar 2009 69,595 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2008 27,537 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2008 27,532 miles

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

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

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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SW05 XCZ is a 2005 Citroen C4 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 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 SW05 XCZ, 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 SW05 XCZ registered?

SW05 XCZ is a 2005 Citroen C4, first registered on 7 March 2005.

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