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AM08 GYG

2008 Citroen C2

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

72,597 mi
Last recorded72,597 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen C255,327 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 GYG
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2021 72,597 miles

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

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))

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

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

Pass 2 Jun 2020 71,112 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear tyres perishing

Fail 2 Jun 2020 71,112 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both front (4.4.3 (a))

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

Rear tyres perishing

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

Pass 12 Jun 2019 70,669 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2019 70,669 miles

Rear Exhaust silencer insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2018 66,937 miles

Both rear tyres perishing on inside and outside side walls

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive Front of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2018 66,937 miles

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

Both rear tyres perishing on inner and outer side walls.

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive front of engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Aug 2018 66,937 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Both rear tyres perishing on inner and outer side walls.

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive front of engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2017 60,053 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2016 56,459 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 51,088 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jul 2014 44,308 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 38,474 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2012 31,914 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2011 21,820 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C2?

Based on 965,161 MOT tests across 61,057 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,516
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
61,057
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 38,269
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27,833
Registration plate lamp not working 22,386
Direction indicator incorrect colour 20,787
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 15,873
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AM08 GYG is a 2008 Citroen C2 in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2008 Citroen C2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 55,327 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 38,269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AM08 GYG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Citroen C2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AM08 GYG registered?

AM08 GYG is a 2008 Citroen C2, first registered on 27 March 2008.

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