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VU17 NFM

2017 Citroen C4

Blue Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

82,521 mi
Last recorded82,521 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2025
Typical for 2017 Citroen C449,333 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU17 NFM
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2025 82,521 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 13 Aug 2025 82,511 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jul 2024 68,651 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 57,365 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 54,387 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2023 54,182 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2022 49,518 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 41,339 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2020 35,340 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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VU17 NFM is a 2017 Citroen C4 in Blue with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2017 Citroen C4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 49,333 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 VU17 NFM, 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 9 years old, this Citroen C4 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VU17 NFM registered?

VU17 NFM is a 2017 Citroen C4, first registered on 21 March 2017.

Is VU17 NFM safe to buy?

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