2017 Citroen C4 Cactus 1.6L Diesel · DV17 VPM
2017 Citroen C4 Cactus (1.6L, diesel). First registered 31 Mar 2017. Recorded mileage 91,633 miles. MOT expired on 22 Jun 2025.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C4 CACTUS
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Shrewsbury
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 22 Jun 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 91,633 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
DV17 VPM Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 06/06/2024
- 91,633 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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Known faults for Citroën Citroën C4 Cactus
Our database tracks 5 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
DV17 VPM Mileage History
- 18/06/202270,111 mi
- 26/05/202383,068 mi+12,957 mi
- 26/05/202383,068 mi
- 06/06/202491,633 mi+8,565 mi
Average of roughly 10,931 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
DV17 VPM MOT History
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 2017 Citroen C4 Cactus (DV17 VPM) between June 2022 and June 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 June 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Common Problems: CITROEN C4 CACTUS
Known issues reported by owners and MOT testers.
- 1.2 PureTech "Wet Belt" Degradation(Serious)
The 1.2 petrol engine is subject to wet-belt degradation. Debris can block the oil pickup, leading to vacuum pump failure and a dangerous loss of braking assistance (Recall R/2020/331).
- Door Corrosion under Airbumps(Moderate)
Moisture can collect behind the plastic Airbump panels, leading to corrosion on the steel door skins.
- SMEG Infotainment Screen Freezing(Moderate)
The central touchscreen (SMEG system) can suffer from reboots, freezing, or total failure.
- AC Condenser Corrosion(Moderate)
The air conditioning condenser is poorly protected and prone to stone chips and road salt corrosion, leading to refrigerant leaks.
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- 1.2 PureTech "Wet Belt" DegradationSerious
The 1.2 petrol engine is subject to wet-belt degradation. Debris can block the oil pickup, leading to vacuum pump failure and a dangerous loss of braking assistance (Recall R/2020/331).
- Door Corrosion under AirbumpsModerate
Moisture can collect behind the plastic Airbump panels, leading to corrosion on the steel door skins.
- SMEG Infotainment Screen FreezingModerate
The central touchscreen (SMEG system) can suffer from reboots, freezing, or total failure.
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