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2018 Citroen C4 Cactus 1.2L Petrol · FN18 GPJ

FN18 GPJ

2018 Citroen C4 Cactus (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 43,379 miles. MOT valid until 07 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.

Make & Model
CITROEN C4 CACTUS
Year / Origin
2018 · Nottingham
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 07 Jul 2027
Road Tax
Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
Recorded Mileage
43,379 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.2L
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Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 07 Jul 2027
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01 Aug 2027
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2018
Engine
1200cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The 2018 Citroen C4 Cactus presents a stable and clean roadworthiness profile. The most recent test on 24 March 2025 at 37,986 miles returned a pass with no defects recorded, and the four consecutive annual tests from March 2022 through March 2025 each passed with no advisories or faults raised. The maintenance trend shows no worsening or recurring mechanical concerns across the recorded history. Mileage accumulation has been consistently low for an eight-year-old vehicle. The record shows 20,332 miles at the 16 March 2022 test, rising to 26,274 by 13 March 2023, 32,267 by 6 March 2024, and 37,986 by 24 March 2025. That equates to roughly 5,700 miles per year, well below typical use. No gaps or sudden accumulation appear between tests. The clean sheet across all entries suggests the previous keeper kept the car lightly used and submitted it for timely annual testing, though low mileage combined with standing periods can mask perished rubber components not visible in MOT data. A buyer should still commission a physical inspection of suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake calipers, as these items can degrade through age and moisture exposure rather than mileage. The MOT record raises no corrosion or structural integrity flags, but the DVSA test does not strip interior trim or assess drivetrain oil condition. Given the car's low annual use, verify the coolant, brake fluid, and cambelt intervals against Citroen schedule rather than wear-based assumption. The absence of advisories on tyres, exhaust emissions, or binding brakes indicates prior owners addressed consumables before each test. Treat the verdict as a strong baseline, not a substitute for a pre-purchase mechanical check of aged rubber and fluid condition.
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FN18 GPJ Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 09/07/2026
  • 43,379 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT

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

FN18 GPJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Sept 2026, 09:31
MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Citroen C4 Cactus (FN18 GPJ) between March 2022 and July 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.

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

In total 1 advisory notice is 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

FN18 GPJ Mileage History

  1. 16/03/202220,332 mi
  2. 13/03/202326,274 mi+5,942 mi
  3. 06/03/202432,267 mi+5,993 mi
  4. 24/03/202537,986 mi+5,719 mi
  5. 09/07/202643,379 mi+5,393 mi

Average of roughly 5,342 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

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ULEZ Compliant

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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent

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