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BF08 FTD

2008 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jul 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

56,215 mi
Last recorded56,215 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen C353,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 FTD
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2023 56,215 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 51,961 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2022 51,932 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 45,004 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 35,814 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 30,599 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2017 23,405 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt upper dust cover both sides (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

offside front tyre worn on edges

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Fail 22 Mar 2017 23,391 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt upper dust cover both sides (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

centre stop light not working

offside front tyre worn on edges

rear exhaust silencer deteriorated

Pass 10 May 2016 21,570 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 19,247 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 18,930 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 14,757 miles
Pass 17 May 2012 12,480 miles
Fail 16 May 2012 12,476 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 May 2011 9,917 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 9,357 miles

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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BF08 FTD is a 2008 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BF08 FTD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF08 FTD registered?

BF08 FTD is a 2008 Citroen C3, first registered on 19 April 2008.

Is BF08 FTD safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF08 FTD shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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