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AU08 XOD

2008 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Jun 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

54,232 mi
Last recorded54,232 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen C353,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU08 XOD
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 54,232 miles

outer skin on exhaust back box

Pass 6 Jun 2025 46,819 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Jun 2025 46,819 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2024 43,437 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2023 34,975 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 23,924 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Deteriorated / condensation buildup (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2022 23,924 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Deteriorated / condensation buildup (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2021 22,682 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2020 21,904 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 19,962 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2019 19,962 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 17,921 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 17,921 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid washer motor inoperative (3.5 (a))

Pass 2 Jun 2017 17,446 miles

wiper blades smearing

Pass 9 Jun 2016 16,980 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2015 15,847 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2015 15,847 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 14,086 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2013 12,039 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2012 9,627 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 7,395 miles

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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AU08 XOD is a 2008 Citroen C3 in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 AU08 XOD, 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 AU08 XOD registered?

AU08 XOD is a 2008 Citroen C3, first registered on 19 July 2008.

Is AU08 XOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU08 XOD shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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