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BD08 UES

2008 Citroen C2

Black Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

76,754 mi
Last recorded76,754 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen C255,327 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 UES
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 76,754 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2026 76,741 miles

Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 31 Dec 2024 75,191 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive and offside rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2023 69,916 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2022 68,231 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 19 Apr 2021 61,829 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 18 May 2020 58,110 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Pass 14 May 2019 53,904 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 14 May 2019 53,904 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 May 2018 49,768 miles
Fail 11 May 2018 49,762 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2017 45,256 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 39,935 miles
Fail 9 May 2016 39,935 miles

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

Pass 18 May 2015 34,809 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 28,832 miles
Fail 7 May 2013 23,220 miles

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

Pass 7 May 2013 23,220 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 17,485 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 14,044 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C2?

Based on 965,161 MOT tests across 61,057 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,516
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
61,057
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 38,269
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27,833
Registration plate lamp not working 22,386
Direction indicator incorrect colour 20,787
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 15,873
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BD08 UES is a 2008 Citroen C2 in Black with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Citroen C2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 55,327 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 38,269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD08 UES, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Citroen C2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BD08 UES registered?

BD08 UES is a 2008 Citroen C2, first registered on 19 May 2008.

Is BD08 UES safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 UES shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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