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BF08 JWX

2008 Citroen C4

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2024
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

133,865 mi
Last recorded133,865 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen C469,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 JWX
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2023 133,865 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rears (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nsf side light inop

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Sep 2022 125,793 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 8 Sep 2022 125,793 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Wishbone rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Aug 2021 118,290 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2021 118,290 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust fumes entering cabin due to failed injector seal (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

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

Pass 19 Oct 2020 114,080 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Tailgate switch loose

Fail 19 Oct 2020 114,080 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Tailgate switch loose

Pass 17 Apr 2019 106,809 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2017 77,019 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2017 77,019 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2016 74,681 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly worn on the edge

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Tyre slightly worn on the edge

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt centre and nearside ()

Fail 22 Dec 2016 74,681 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly worn on the edge

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

Offside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Front Tyre slightly worn on the edge

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt centre and nearside ()

Pass 25 Nov 2015 63,114 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 62,813 miles
Fail 11 Nov 2015 62,813 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 51,037 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 41,685 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 33,004 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 23,409 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 17,515 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside front ABS sensor wire insecure

nearside front tyre wearing outer edge

offside front tyre outer sidewall slight damage

Pass 1 Mar 2011 17,515 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside front ABS sensor wire insecure

nearside front tyre wearing outer edge

offside front tyre outer sidewall slight damage

How Reliable is the Citroen C4?

Based on 3,110,282 MOT tests across 237,183 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
7,034
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
237,183
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 68,682
Stop lamp not working 57,397
position lamp(s) not working 51,823
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 46,041
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 39,505
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BF08 JWX is a 2008 Citroen C4 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2008 Citroen C4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 69,562 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 C4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 68,682 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BF08 JWX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C4 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Citroen C4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BF08 JWX is a 2008 Citroen C4, first registered on 22 March 2008.

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