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2018 Citroen C4 Cactus 1.2L Petrol · J6 LFS

J6 LFS

2018 Citroen C4 Cactus (1.2L, petrol). First registered 01/09/2018. Recorded mileage 16,957 miles. MOT valid until 11/10/2026. Taxed until 01/11/2026.

Make & Model
CITROEN C4 CACTUS
Year / Origin
2018
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 11/10/2026
Road Tax
Taxed (01/11/2026)
Recorded Mileage
16,957 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 11/10/2026
Tax Status
Taxed
Tax due 01/11/2026
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2018
Engine
1200cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, following a successful MOT on 13 October 2025 at 16,957 miles. The maintenance trend appears stable, despite a specific failure on that same date due to significantly and obviously worn front brake discs. The fact that the vehicle passed immediately upon re-test indicates that the owner addressed the safety-critical defect promptly, bringing the car back into a compliant state without further mechanical regressions. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 2,120 miles per year. There is a notable usage gap between October 2022 at 7,521 miles and October 2024 at 13,061 miles, where the car covered over 5,500 miles in two years, followed by a more recent period of only 3,896 miles in the final year. This low-frequency usage suggests the vehicle likely sat stationary, which can sometimes lead to the degradation of rubber components and fluid seals despite the lack of mechanical wear. A buyer should personally inspect the front braking system to ensure the replacement discs mentioned in the October 2025 failure were fitted with high quality and that the calipers are not binding. Given the low mileage, it is vital to check for flat spotting on the tyres and brake corrosion, which often occur when vehicles remain parked for long periods. Examine the suspension bushes and tyre sidewalls for cracking or rot, as age-related material fatigue is a greater risk than mileage-related wear on a vehicle of this profile.

J6 LFS Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/10/2025
  • 16,957 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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✓ Good MOT pass rate (80%)
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Reliability & Known Issues

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.

J6 LFS Mileage History

  1. 10/10/20227,521 mi
  2. 04/10/202314,350 mi+6,829 mi
  3. 10/10/202413,061 mi-1,289 mi
  4. 13/10/202516,957 mi+3,896 mi
  5. 13/10/202516,957 mi

Average of roughly 3,135 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

J6 LFS MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Jun 2026, 23:29
MOT Analysis

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 (J6 LFS) between October 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 13 October 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 (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

Recorded failure items include: “Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”.

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