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AF08 YFV

2008 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

116,073 mi
Last recorded116,073 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen C353,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAF08 YFV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 116,073 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2025 113,981 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

damadge to boot floor and rear panel

Fail 26 Mar 2025 113,981 miles

Nearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

damadge to boot floor and rear panel

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2024 113,269 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Jun 2023 111,375 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Jun 2022 109,550 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 1 Jun 2021 106,835 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2020 105,134 miles

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

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))

Fail 29 Jun 2020 105,134 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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 4 Jul 2019 103,123 miles

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

rear of vehicle has sustained accident damage

Fail 25 Jun 2019 103,109 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

rear of vehicle has sustained accident damage

Pass 4 Jul 2018 98,111 miles

Damage to rear slam panel/bumper/spare wheel well

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jun 2017 79,965 miles

Nearside front tyre wearing smooth on inner and outer edge

Offside front tyre wearing smooth on inner edge

Pass 10 Mar 2016 67,021 miles

Offside Rear bump stop rubber missing

Pass 12 Mar 2015 61,723 miles

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 13 Mar 2014 55,893 miles

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroded

Pass 22 Mar 2013 50,044 miles

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroding

Fail 15 Mar 2013 49,893 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Rear exhaust silencer outer skin corroding

Pass 13 Mar 2012 40,843 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 28,303 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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AF08 YFV is a 2008 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 AF08 YFV, 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 AF08 YFV registered?

AF08 YFV is a 2008 Citroen C3, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is AF08 YFV safe to buy?

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