2017 Citroen C4 Cactus 1.6L Diesel · P8 HPA
2017 Citroen C4 Cactus (1.6L, diesel). First registered 06 Feb 2017. Recorded mileage 105,799 miles. MOT expired on 08 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C4 CACTUS
- Year / Origin
- 2017 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 08 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,799 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
P8 HPA Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/07/2025
- 105,799 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: Below 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.
P8 HPA Mileage History
- 08/08/202377,511 mi
- 08/08/202377,511 mi
- 02/08/202496,420 mi+18,909 mi
- 02/08/202496,420 mi
- 24/07/2025105,799 mi+9,379 mi
Average of roughly 14,426 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
P8 HPA 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 (P8 HPA) between August 2023 and July 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 24 July 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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- 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).
- Door Corrosion under AirbumpsModerate
Moisture can collect behind the plastic Airbump panels, leading to corrosion on the steel door skins.
- SMEG Infotainment Screen FreezingModerate
The central touchscreen (SMEG system) can suffer from reboots, freezing, or total failure.
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