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A18 CBF

2008 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2023
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

209,362 mi
Last recorded209,362 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen C353,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 CBF
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2022 209,362 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2022 209,362 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2021 202,404 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2020 77,985 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 22 Jan 2020 77,985 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jan 2019 70,677 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2019 70,673 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Strap broken. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Feb 2018 65,891 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2018 65,881 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer sidewall (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Jan 2017 61,588 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2017 61,588 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 56,050 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2015 49,294 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 42,303 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 39,645 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 28,321 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C3?

Based on 4,435,918 MOT tests across 313,601 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
5,216
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
313,601
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 107,792
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 76,366
Registration plate lamp not working 63,376
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 46,618
Stop lamp not working 39,780
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A18 CBF is a 2008 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2008 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 53,719 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Citroen C3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 107,792 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A18 CBF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C3 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 18 years old, this Citroen C3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A18 CBF registered?

A18 CBF is a 2008 Citroen C3, first registered on 17 September 2008.

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