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YR55 VPL

2005 Citroen C4

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2022
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

74,752 mi
Last recorded74,752 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen C465,246 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR55 VPL
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2021 74,752 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Pass 30 Oct 2019 66,376 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

play/wear in n/s and o/s steering rack end joints

Pass 16 Oct 2018 60,673 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

under covers/trays fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 18 Oct 2017 58,704 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

under covers/trays fitted preventing full inspection

Pass 25 Oct 2016 56,377 miles

Front Steering pivot point has slight play both track control arms (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

undercover / trays preventing full inspection

Fail 25 Oct 2016 56,377 miles

Front Steering pivot point has slight play both track control arms (2.2.B.1g)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

undercover / trays preventing full inspection

Pass 21 Oct 2015 53,903 miles

Nearside Front track control are slight play

Nearside Rear disc corroded on inner face

engine under cover/trays fitted preventing full inspection

oil leak

Fail 21 Oct 2015 53,903 miles

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

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Front track control are slight play

Nearside Rear disc corroded on inner face

engine under cover/trays fitted preventing full inspection

oil leak

Pass 21 Oct 2014 50,621 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

nearside rear disc corroded on inner

Pass 9 Oct 2013 46,779 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2012 42,665 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 18 Oct 2011 37,823 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2010 33,982 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 28,450 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 28,450 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Sep 2008 24,182 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 16 Sep 2008 24,182 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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YR55 VPL is a 2005 Citroen C4 in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 YR55 VPL, 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 YR55 VPL registered?

YR55 VPL is a 2005 Citroen C4, first registered on 30 September 2005.

Is YR55 VPL safe to buy?

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