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AP08 YPE

2008 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

118,290 mi
Last recorded118,290 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen C353,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP08 YPE
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2018 118,290 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2017 106,591 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 95,133 miles

Front Bumper insecure under tray ()

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Aug 2015 83,055 miles

nsf tyre wearing edges

nsr sus bumpstop missing

osr tyre perishing

rear exhaust deterioratinig

Fail 14 Aug 2015 83,055 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure tread (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

nsf tyre wearing edges

nsr sus bumpstop missing

osr tyre perishing

rear exhaust deterioratinig

Pass 4 Aug 2014 71,107 miles

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

both front tyres wearing inner edges

exhaust + heatshield deteriorating

Pass 12 Aug 2013 58,397 miles

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear silencer corroded

Fail 12 Aug 2013 58,397 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

rear silencer corroded

Pass 18 Aug 2012 46,221 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2012 46,221 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 15 Aug 2011 33,911 miles

front brake discs corroded

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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AP08 YPE is a 2008 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 AP08 YPE, 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 AP08 YPE registered?

AP08 YPE is a 2008 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 August 2008.

Is AP08 YPE safe to buy?

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