2016 Citroen C4 Cactus 1.2L Petrol · SO16 RVC
2016 Citroen C4 Cactus (1.2L, petrol). First registered 27 Aug 2016. Recorded mileage 55,772 miles. MOT expired on 16 May 2025.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C4 CACTUS
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 16 May 2025
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 55,772 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SO16 RVC Key Findings
- 3 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/05/2024
- 55,772 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SO16 RVC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
3 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Citroen C4 Cactus (SO16 RVC) between May 2022 and May 2024.
The record contains 3 passes and 0 failures.
No failures or advisories appear anywhere in the recorded tests, so the documented MOT record is relatively clean.
SO16 RVC Mileage History
- 04/05/202240,914 mi
- 13/05/202350,640 mi+9,726 mi
- 17/05/202455,772 mi+5,132 mi
Average of roughly 7,294 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
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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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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