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AD57 FCO

2008 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

96,271 mi
Last recorded96,271 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen C353,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD57 FCO
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 96,271 miles

Front subframe has been undersealed

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Rear axle has been undersealed

Pass 15 Jul 2024 95,068 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 94,024 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 92,784 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 91,535 miles

Offside Front Macpherson strut upper mounting stiff/notchy when turned

Fail 28 Jul 2021 91,535 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Macpherson strut upper mounting stiff/notchy when turned

Pass 21 Jul 2020 75,450 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jul 2019 73,616 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

rear exhaust hanger adrift (still supported ok)

Pass 26 Jul 2018 71,500 miles

Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2017 69,386 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak sump ()

Pass 2 Aug 2016 67,292 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2014 59,493 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 50,636 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 43,228 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2012 43,228 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2012 36,690 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 27,057 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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AD57 FCO is a 2008 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol 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 AD57 FCO, 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 AD57 FCO registered?

AD57 FCO is a 2008 Citroen C3, first registered on 16 February 2008.

Is AD57 FCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD57 FCO shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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