2018 Citroen C4 Cactus 1.2L Petrol · HV18 HCC
2018 Citroen C4 Cactus (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01 Mar 2018. Recorded mileage 30,885 miles. MOT expired on 06 May 2026. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C4 CACTUS
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 May 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 30,885 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
HV18 HCC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/05/2025
- 30,885 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: 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.
HV18 HCC Mileage History
- 06/03/202317,792 mi
- 22/02/202420,544 mi+2,752 mi
- 23/02/202420,544 mi
- 26/04/202421,068 mi+524 mi
- 08/05/202530,885 mi+9,817 mi
Average of roughly 6,024 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
HV18 HCC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2018 Citroen C4 Cactus (HV18 HCC) between March 2023 and May 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 08 May 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: Brakes (9 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 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: “Offside Front Undertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))”; “Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))”.
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).
- 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).
- SMEG Infotainment Screen FreezingModerate
The central touchscreen (SMEG system) can suffer from reboots, freezing, or total failure.
- AC Condenser CorrosionModerate
The air conditioning condenser is poorly protected and prone to stone chips and road salt corrosion, leading to refrigerant leaks.
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