2016 Citroen C4 Cactus 1.6L Diesel · FN66 OFE
2016 Citroen C4 Cactus (1.6L, diesel). First registered 13 Sept 2016. Recorded mileage 105,071 miles. MOT expired on 01 Mar 2024. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C4 CACTUS
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Mar 2024
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,071 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FN66 OFE Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/02/2023
- 105,071 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)
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.
FN66 OFE Mileage History
- 02/03/202292,972 mi
- 02/03/202292,972 mi
- 17/02/2023105,071 mi+12,099 mi
- 20/02/2023105,071 mi
Average of roughly 12,453 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
FN66 OFE 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 2016 Citroen C4 Cactus (FN66 OFE) between March 2022 and February 2023.
The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 February 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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: “Central Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))”; “Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))”; “Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”.
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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