2016 Citroen C4 Cactus 1.2L Petrol · SV66 YDR
2016 Citroen C4 Cactus (1.2L, petrol). First registered 29 Sept 2016. Recorded mileage 58,333 miles. MOT valid until 04 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C4 CACTUS
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Aberdeen
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 04 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 58,333 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.2L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
SV66 YDR Key Findings
- 9 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/04/2026
- 58,333 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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.
SV66 YDR Mileage History
- 25/09/201922,360 mi
- 24/09/202027,347 mi+4,987 mi
- 14/07/202129,532 mi+2,185 mi
- 06/04/202235,333 mi+5,801 mi
- 16/03/202343,858 mi+8,525 mi
- 19/03/202445,173 mi+1,315 mi
- 20/03/202550,400 mi+5,227 mi
- 26/03/202550,509 mi+109 mi
- 04/04/202658,333 mi+7,824 mi
Average of roughly 5,513 miles per year across 9 recorded odometer readings.
SV66 YDR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
9 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Citroen C4 Cactus (SV66 YDR) between September 2019 and April 2026.
The record contains 8 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 04 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: Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 17 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: “Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i”.
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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