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AV58 JHJ

2008 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

40,004 mi
Last recorded40,004 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen C353,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV58 JHJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2017 40,004 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2017 40,004 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Nov 2016 33,473 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2015 31,076 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2015 31,076 miles

Nearside Front Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported rear exhaust silencer support strap corroded/broken (7.1.1)

Pass 28 Nov 2014 28,959 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 19,223 miles

cracks in n/s/f tyre

o/s/f brake disc in poor condition

Fail 26 Sep 2013 19,015 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

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)

cracks in n/s/f tyre

o/s/f brake disc in poor condition

Pass 28 Sep 2012 13,644 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 10,222 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2011 10,222 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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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AV58 JHJ is a 2008 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 AV58 JHJ, 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 AV58 JHJ registered?

AV58 JHJ is a 2008 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is AV58 JHJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for AV58 JHJ shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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