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AC08 OYZ

2008 Citroen C3

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

104,537 mi
Last recorded104,537 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen C353,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAC08 OYZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 104,537 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 98,243 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2023 92,989 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 88,801 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2022 88,796 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Asymmetric tyre is fitted the wrong way around

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 11 Aug 2021 87,885 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2021 87,885 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 13 Aug 2020 86,695 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 20 Jun 2019 84,840 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 82,400 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 77,981 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 71,312 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 65,416 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 56,922 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 46,768 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 19,692 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 May 2011 25,519 miles

Front No plate cracked

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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AC08 OYZ is a 2008 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 AC08 OYZ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AC08 OYZ registered?

AC08 OYZ is a 2008 Citroen C3, first registered on 19 May 2008.

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