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BF08 JXG

2008 Citroen C4

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2023
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

91,617 mi
Last recorded91,617 miles
Recorded on31 May 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen C469,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 May 2022 91,617 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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

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

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

Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 1 Jun 2021 81,396 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides has big lipped,may require to attention SOON (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides,may improving if polishing (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

n/s/r had brake cable rusty

Fail 1 Jun 2021 81,396 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both sides (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides has big lipped,may require to attention SOON (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides,may improving if polishing (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

n/s/r had brake cable rusty

Pass 23 Jan 2018 77,039 miles

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

warning light on dash

Fail 23 Jan 2018 77,039 miles

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

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

warning light on dash

Pass 21 Jan 2017 70,989 miles

Central Front Oil leak ()

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jan 2016 63,855 miles

child seat

engine cover

under tray

Fail 22 Jan 2016 63,855 miles

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

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

child seat

engine cover

under tray

Pass 21 Jan 2015 58,833 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 21 Jan 2015 58,833 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 17 Jan 2014 53,856 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

nearside front tyre 2.28mm plus worn outer side wall

nearside rear tyre 2.7mm plus worn outer side wall

offside front tyre 2.8mm

offside rear tyre 3.4mm

Pass 17 Jan 2014 53,856 miles

nearside front tyre 2.28mm plus worn outer side wall

nearside rear tyre 2.7mm plus worn outer side wall

offside front tyre 2.8mm

offside rear tyre 3.4mm

Fail 22 Jan 2013 50,375 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 22 Jan 2013 50,375 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2012 38,903 miles

Front brake rate of release slightly uneven.

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

No emissions detected by smoke meter.

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

Pass 16 Mar 2011 27,619 miles

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

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 JXG is a 2008 Citroen C4 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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

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