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AV08 WHU

2008 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

59,093 mi
Last recorded59,093 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen C353,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV08 WHU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2022 59,093 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 12 Jul 2022 59,072 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

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

Front tyres and pads may fail retest

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2021 42,375 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2020 38,502 miles

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed middle hinge (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective back box hanger is broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes on both arms are wearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed middle hinge (6.2.3 (c) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres are perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 15 Jul 2020 38,502 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour showing too much white light (4.4.3 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid doesnt spray water to screen with bonnet closed pipe has been taped up (3.5 (a))

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed middle hinge (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Exhaust mounting defective back box hanger is broken (6.1.2 (a))

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

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes on both arms are wearing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed middle hinge (6.2.3 (c) (i))

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four tyres are perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 35,117 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 17 Apr 2019 35,095 miles

Power steering inoperative (2.1.5 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 31,946 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2017 10,796 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2017 31,809 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Stop lamp not working all stop lamps (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 31,008 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 31,008 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2015 30,168 miles

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front tyre cracked

nearside front tyre worn on inner edge but has stepped tread

Pass 28 Apr 2014 29,176 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2014 29,176 miles

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

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

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

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

offside rear and nearside rear tyres sidewalls and tread perishing/cracked

Fail 18 Apr 2013 25,924 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

o/s/f tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 18 Apr 2013 25,924 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing low on inner edge

Pass 13 Apr 2012 22,139 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 17,912 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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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AV08 WHU is a 2008 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AV08 WHU, 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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AV08 WHU is a 2008 Citroen C3, first registered on 29 April 2008.

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