2004 Citroen C2 1.4L Diesel · MC04 PHN
2004 Citroen C2 (1.4L, diesel). First registered 01 Jul 2004. Recorded mileage 115,721 miles. MOT expired on 15 Dec 2017. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C2
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Dec 2017
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 115,721 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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MC04 PHN Key Findings
- 12 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/12/2016
- 115,721 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MC04 PHN MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
12 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Citroen C2 (MC04 PHN) between July 2007 and December 2016.
The record contains 9 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 12 December 2016 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (8 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress”; “Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)”.
MC04 PHN Mileage History
- 24/07/200733,561 mi
- 08/07/200843,625 mi+10,064 mi
- 23/07/200952,500 mi+8,875 mi
- 01/09/201060,895 mi+8,395 mi
- 02/09/201167,970 mi+7,075 mi
- 02/09/201167,970 mi
- 02/09/201383,860 mi+15,890 mi
- 03/09/201383,877 mi+17 mi
- 17/09/201492,219 mi+8,342 mi
- 18/09/201492,219 mi
- 16/12/2015104,154 mi+11,935 mi
- 12/12/2016115,721 mi+11,567 mi
Average of roughly 8,752 miles per year across 12 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Citroën Citroën C2
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Common Problems: CITROEN C2
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- SensoDrive automated gearbox actuator failure and shift refusal(Serious)
The automated manual SensoDrive gearbox fitted to 1.4 and 1.6 VTR models suffers from electronic clutch actuator motor fatigue, sensor degradation and software lockouts. The gearbox hesitates, changes gear abruptly, refuses to engage reverse, or locks the car in neutral with a flashing snowflake symbol on the dashboard.
- Front suspension coil spring snapping(Serious)
Shared with the C3 Mk1 on the PF1 platform, the front coil springs are highly vulnerable to corrosion from UK road salt and fatigue from speed cushions. The lower coil fractures suddenly, creating a severe knocking sound and risking tyre puncture if the sharp broken coil makes contact with the tyre carcass.
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- SensoDrive automated gearbox actuator failure and shift refusalSerious
The automated manual SensoDrive gearbox fitted to 1.4 and 1.6 VTR models suffers from electronic clutch actuator motor fatigue, sensor degradation and software lockouts. The gearbox hesitates, changes gear abruptly, refuses to engage reverse, or locks the car in neutral with a flashing snowflake symbol on the dashboard.
- Front suspension coil spring snappingSerious
Shared with the C3 Mk1 on the PF1 platform, the front coil springs are highly vulnerable to corrosion from UK road salt and fatigue from speed cushions. The lower coil fractures suddenly, creating a severe knocking sound and risking tyre puncture if the sharp broken coil makes contact with the tyre carcass.
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