2018 Citroen C4 Cactus 1.2L Petrol · LT18 VLA
2018 Citroen C4 Cactus (1.2L, petrol). First registered 19/03/2018. Recorded mileage 54,300 miles. MOT valid until 14/04/2027.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C4 CACTUS
- Year / Origin
- 2018 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 14/04/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 54,300 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2018
- Engine
- 1200cc
LT18 VLA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 16/04/2026
- 54,300 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (3 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.
LT18 VLA Mileage History
- 12/02/202328,805 mi
- 31/01/202434,718 mi+5,913 mi
- 06/02/202544,082 mi+9,364 mi
- 08/02/202544,082 mi
- 16/04/202654,300 mi+10,218 mi
Average of roughly 8,034 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
LT18 VLA 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 (LT18 VLA) between February 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 16 April 2026 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: Tyres (3 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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: “Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cords visible inside edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))”; “Central Front Exhaust system insecure bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (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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