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2012 Citroen C4 1.6L Petrol · CP12 SJX

CP12 SJX

2012 Citroen C4 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 06 Aug 2012. Recorded mileage 88,970 miles. MOT expired on 27 Feb 2025.

Make & Model
CITROEN C4
Year / Origin
2012 · Swansea
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 27 Feb 2025
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
88,970 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 27 Feb 2025
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2012
Engine
1598cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status based on the clean result of its most recent inspection. The latest MOT test conducted in February 2024 at 88,970 miles resulted in no recorded defects, indicating that the car met all minimum safety standards at that time. While the history shows instances of failure in previous years, the immediate rectification seen in those tests suggests that the previous owner addressed identified faults promptly to maintain legal road use. At 88,970 miles over fourteen years, the Citroen has averaged approximately 6,355 miles per year, which aligns with typical low-mileage usage patterns for an older hatchback. There is a notable gap in records between December 2021 and February 2023, during which the vehicle covered 7,557 miles. More recently, the usage remains consistent, with 4,823 miles covered between the February 2023 and February 2024 tests. This relatively low annual mileage generally puts less strain on the drivetrain and engine components compared to high-mileage vehicles of the same era. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension components and undercarriage, as these are common areas where age-related Citroen models show wear despite low mileage. The record does not list specific recurring mechanical failures, but the 2021 and 2023 failures indicate that items like brake components or suspension bushes have required attention previously. Since the last MOT was performed over two years ago, the vehicle is currently overdue for a test. A thorough inspection is required to check for developing corrosion, perished rubber, or structural integrity issues that may have developed since the February 2024 entry.
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CP12 SJX Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 28/02/2024
  • 88,970 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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CP12 SJX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Apr 2026, 17:56
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2012 Citroen C4 (CP12 SJX) between December 2021 and February 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 28 February 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

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CP12 SJX Mileage History

  1. 16/12/202176,590 mi
  2. 16/12/202176,590 mi
  3. 11/02/202384,118 mi+7,528 mi
  4. 11/02/202384,147 mi+29 mi
  5. 28/02/202488,970 mi+4,823 mi

Average of roughly 5,624 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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MOT Expired or Failed
Tax Status Unknown
Average MOT pass rate (60%)
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