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AM08 VWK

2008 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

63,998 mi
Last recorded63,998 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen C353,719 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM08 VWK
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2025 63,998 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

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

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

Pass 22 Aug 2024 62,041 miles

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

Fail 22 Aug 2024 62,041 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 59,533 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2022 58,602 miles

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

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2021 53,746 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Aug 2020 51,725 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2019 46,187 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 40,785 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 19,373 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 32,091 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 25,651 miles

n/s/f-n/s/r tyres badly perished on sidewall to tread area

Pass 14 Apr 2014 23,736 miles

the o s f brake disc is corroded on inner face

Pass 9 Apr 2013 21,004 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 17,798 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 13,641 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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AM08 VWK is a 2008 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 AM08 VWK, 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 AM08 VWK registered?

AM08 VWK is a 2008 Citroen C3, first registered on 14 April 2008.

Is AM08 VWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM08 VWK shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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