2017 Citroen C4 Cactus 1.2L Petrol · OV17 VBD
2017 Citroen C4 Cactus (1.2L, petrol). First registered 21/07/2017. Recorded mileage 35,793 miles. MOT valid until 04/12/2026.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C4 CACTUS
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Oxford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04/12/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 35,793 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 2017
- Engine
- 1200cc
OV17 VBD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 05/12/2025
- 35,793 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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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.
OV17 VBD Mileage History
- 14/11/202327,772 mi
- 14/11/202327,772 mi
- 18/10/202431,861 mi+4,089 mi
- 05/12/202535,792 mi+3,931 mi
- 05/12/202535,793 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 3,895 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
OV17 VBD 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 2017 Citroen C4 Cactus (OV17 VBD) between November 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 05 December 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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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