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BD08 UEP

2008 Citroen C3

Black Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

94,668 mi
Last recorded94,668 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen C353,719 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 UEP
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2017 94,668 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2017 94,668 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 15 Sep 2016 89,173 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 82,680 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2014 69,511 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 3 Mar 2014 69,511 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 54,955 miles
Pass 8 May 2012 47,028 miles

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Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 13 May 2011 35,381 miles
Fail 13 May 2011 35,381 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BD08 UEP is a 2008 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 BD08 UEP, 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 BD08 UEP registered?

BD08 UEP is a 2008 Citroen C3, first registered on 16 May 2008.

Is BD08 UEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 UEP shows 10 tests with a 70% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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