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BF08 KBU

2008 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

107,262 mi
Last recorded107,262 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen C353,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF08 KBU
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2021 107,262 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Both rear suspension bump stops missing

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 15 Jan 2021 107,006 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Both rear suspension bump stops missing

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jan 2020 94,241 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2020 94,241 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2019 77,493 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2018 66,254 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 54,292 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 49,046 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 49,046 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 42,185 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Mar 2015 42,185 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2014 37,723 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 32,104 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2013 32,104 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2012 25,374 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 17,628 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2011 17,628 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 KBU is a 2008 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KBU, 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.

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What year was BF08 KBU registered?

BF08 KBU is a 2008 Citroen C3, first registered on 25 March 2008.

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