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2016 Citroen C4 1.6L Diesel · CF65 AWA

CF65 AWA

2016 Citroen C4 (1.6L, diesel). First registered 05 Feb 2016. Recorded mileage 14,096 miles. MOT expired on 05 Feb 2025. A manufacturer safety recall is currently outstanding.

Make & Model
CITROEN C4
Year / Origin
2016 · Cardiff
Safety Recall
Recall Notice
MOT Status
Expired on 05 Feb 2025
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
14,096 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
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Outstanding Safety Recall Notice

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Official DVSA telemetry indicates this vehicle has an unaddressed manufacturer safety recall. Remedial repairs are legally required to be carried out 100% free of charge by an authorised main dealer.

MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 05 Feb 2025
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2016
Engine
1560cc
Mechanical Assessment

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A generally stable roadworthiness record is evident across the available history, although recent tests indicate the onset of minor component degradation. The latest pass on 5 February 2024 highlighted a service light and a loose front undertray, following a 2023 inspection that flagged both rear brake discs as worn, pitted, or scored. The recorded mileage of 14,096 miles over a ten year period represents an exceptionally low annual average of approximately 1,410 miles. This usage pattern indicates the vehicle has likely undergone long periods of inactivity or very limited operational use. Mechanically, this often results in deterioration caused by standing rather than operational wear, which is consistent with the pitting observed on the brake discs. Specific attention must be given to the rear braking system during the evaluation. A test drive should be used to detect any pedal judder or grinding noises from the rear of the vehicle, which would indicate that the previously noted pitting and scoring have progressed. The front undertray should also be physically inspected to ensure it is now fully secure and not vibrating or obstructing airflow. The service light noted in the most recent test suggests a maintenance interval has been exceeded, and this should be reconciled with the vehicle's service records. Furthermore, the history of emissions printout failures in 2019 and 2020 requires a check for any irregular engine idling or hesitation under load. Finally, ensure the offside windscreen wiper clears the glass effectively and without streaking, following the recorded failure in January 2022.
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CF65 AWA Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Outstanding manufacturer safety recall notice
  • Latest MOT passed on 05/02/2024
  • 14,096 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 2 defects noted at the latest MOT

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

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CF65 AWA MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Sept 2026, 14:45
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Citroen C4 (CF65 AWA) between January 2022 and February 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 05 February 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 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.

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ADVISORY

CF65 AWA Mileage History

  1. 20/01/202213,205 mi
  2. 20/01/202213,205 mi
  3. 10/01/202313,666 mi+461 mi
  4. 05/02/202414,096 mi+430 mi

Average of roughly 436 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant
Recall Notice Outstanding

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
48
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)
✗ Outstanding recall notice
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