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2009 Citroen C4 1.6L Petrol · GF59 ACZ

GF59 ACZ

2009 Citroen C4 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 23 Oct 2009. Recorded mileage 115,232 miles. MOT expired on 04 Apr 2026.

Make & Model
CITROEN C4
Year / Origin
2009 · Maidstone
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 04 Apr 2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
115,232 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.6L
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MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 04 Apr 2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Petrol
Year
2009
Engine
1600cc
Mechanical Assessment

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The vehicle currently maintains a stable roadworthiness status, having passed its most recent MOT on 29 March 2025 at 115,232 miles. The record shows a clean bill of health with no defects or advisories noted during the final inspection. This suggests the car is currently in a compliant mechanical state, though the presence of a failure on the same day as the pass indicates a minor rectification was required before the certificate was issued. The mileage pattern is consistent with the age of the vehicle, averaging roughly 6,778 miles per year. Between the August 2021 test at 107,476 miles and the March 2025 test at 115,232 miles, the car covered 7,756 miles over approximately three and a half years. This low annual usage suggests the vehicle has spent significant periods stationary, which can often lead to issues with battery health or seized brake calipers. The absence of recorded advisories across multiple tests is unusual for a 17 year old Citroen and implies either a very high standard of preventative maintenance or a lenient testing regime. A buyer should specifically inspect the underbody for corrosion and check the condition of the suspension bushes and coil springs, as these components typically degrade regardless of mileage. Given the low usage in recent years, a physical check of the tyre date codes is necessary to ensure the rubber has not perished. The buyer should also verify the service history to confirm that oil and filter changes occurred regardless of the low mileage, as stagnant oil can lead to premature engine sludge buildup.
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GF59 ACZ Key Findings

  • 3 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 29/03/2025
  • 115,232 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring lighting items (4 mentions)

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GF59 ACZ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 22 Sept 2026, 21:54
MOT Analysis

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

3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2009 Citroen C4 (GF59 ACZ) between April 2024 and March 2025.

The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 29 March 2025 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: Lighting (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 11 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.

PASS
FAIL
ADVISORY

GF59 ACZ Mileage History

  1. 06/04/2024111,258 mi
  2. 29/03/2025115,232 mi+3,974 mi
  3. 29/03/2025115,232 mi

Average of roughly 4,067 miles per year across 3 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 (67%)
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