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BF08 FTT

2008 Citroen C2

Silver Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

98,894 mi
Last recorded98,894 miles
Recorded on15 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen C255,327 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 FTT
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2019 98,894 miles

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

Fail 28 Nov 2018 97,958 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Service brake excessively binding both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Rear wheel bearings not checked due to brakes binding / also nearside front

Pass 30 Nov 2017 91,568 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2016 86,612 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2016 86,612 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Sep 2015 75,718 miles

removed items from drivers view before test

Pass 15 Oct 2014 62,785 miles

O/s/r susspension bump stop missing

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 5 Apr 2014 60,671 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust strap broken

Fail 2 Apr 2014 60,657 miles

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

Nearside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

rear exhaust strap broken

Pass 15 Apr 2013 57,976 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2013 57,965 miles

Steering column top bearing excessively worn (2.1.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Nov 2012 52,050 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2011 34,013 miles

Front brake pads 4-5mm

Pass 8 Mar 2011 27,454 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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BF08 FTT is a 2008 Citroen C2 in Silver with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BF08 FTT, 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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BF08 FTT is a 2008 Citroen C2, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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