Official DVLA Record

2018 Citroen C4 Cactus 1.2L Petrol · PF18 SWY

PF18 SWY

2018 Citroen C4 Cactus (1.2L, petrol). First registered 30/07/2018. Recorded mileage 40,171 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
CITROEN C4 CACTUS
Year / Origin
2018 · Preston
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 29/07/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
40,171 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
Petrol · 1.2L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 29/07/2026
Tax Status
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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 presents a stable roadworthiness profile with a consistently clean MOT history. The most recent test conducted on 17 July 2025 at 40,171 miles resulted in a pass with no defects recorded, following an initial failure on the same day that oddly listed no defects. This suggests a potential administrative error or a rectified issue that was immediately addressed, as the vehicle has maintained its safety and emission standards across the last four annual inspections. The mileage pattern is low for an eight-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 5,000 miles per annum. Between July 2022 at 25,154 miles and July 2025 at 40,171 miles, the car covered 15,017 miles over three years. This consistent low-mileage indicates light use, which typically results in less wear on the drivetrain and engine components. However, low-mileage vehicles can occasionally suffer from flat-spotted or degraded rubber-based suspension components and perished brake seals. Since the record lacks any recurring advisories or mechanical failures, a buyer should focus on physical signs related to low-mileage storage. Inspect the brake discs for surface corrosion or pitting, which occurs when a car sits for extended periods. Check the suspension bushes and coil springs for cracking, as rubber elements age regardless of the distance driven. The absence of any recorded structural rust warnings in the history suggests the chassis has remained well-protected throughout its life.

PF18 SWY Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 17/07/2025
  • 40,171 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
58
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ 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.

PF18 SWY Mileage History

  1. 28/07/202225,154 mi
  2. 26/07/202329,343 mi+4,189 mi
  3. 25/07/202436,441 mi+7,098 mi
  4. 17/07/202540,171 mi+3,730 mi
  5. 17/07/202540,171 mi

Average of roughly 5,055 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

PF18 SWY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 18 Jul 2026, 02:00
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 (PF18 SWY) between July 2022 and July 2025.

The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 17 July 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

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