Citroen C4 (2015)
2015 Citroen C4
CarHunch analysed 29,065 real MOT records for the 2015 Citroen C4. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2015 Citroën C4 passes its MOT at 79.1%, fractionally below the UK average of 80%, which is respectable but unremarkable—however, the real concern is that 45.8% of these vehicles have recorded a dangerous defect at some point, well above typical levels and a genuine red flag for buyers. Diesel and petrol variants perform similarly (78.9% vs 79.7% pass rates), so fuel choice won't meaningfully change your odds.
At 56,500 miles median, these cars are relatively low-mileage for their age, yet they're averaging 2.27 failures and 13.2 advisories per test, suggesting wear and minor issues are catching up regardless. If you're considering one, get a full independent inspection focused on suspension and braking components—that high dangerous-defect rate points to structural or safety-critical parts as weak spots rather than routine wear items.
What to check before buying a 2015 Citroen C4
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 45.8% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diesel (82%) | 23,818 | 78.9% | 2.28 |
| Petrol (18%) | 5,246 | 79.7% | 2.24 |
| CNG (0%) | 1 | 88.9% | 1 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2015 Citroen C4 vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2015 Citroen C4 vehicles fall between 43,693 and 71,018 miles.
2015 Citroen C4 — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 25,492 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 91% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2018–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2015 Citroen C4
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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65.5%
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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61.9%
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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40.6%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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39.1%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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34.8%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
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30%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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29.9%
Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
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28%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2015. Counts include advisories and failures.
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