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BG08 VRV

2008 Citroen C3

Black Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2024
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

64,178 mi
Last recorded64,178 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen C353,719 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG08 VRV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2023 64,178 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2022 61,124 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2022 61,124 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Pass 3 Jul 2021 56,947 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear exhaust silencer outer cover slightly corroded

Fail 3 Jul 2021 56,947 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear exhaust silencer outer cover slightly corroded

Pass 11 Jul 2020 53,577 miles

Exhaust rear silencer outer cover slightly corroded

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 11 Jul 2020 53,577 miles

Exhaust rear silencer outer cover slightly corroded

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 13 Jul 2019 49,815 miles

Exhaust rear silencer outer cover and strap corroded

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Preventing ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 13 Jul 2019 49,815 miles

Exhaust rear silencer outer cover and strap corroded

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

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Preventing ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Nearside and Offside (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 14 Jul 2018 45,290 miles

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

exhaust silencer corroded

exhaust silencer strap corroded

Fail 14 Jul 2018 45,290 miles

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

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

exhaust silencer corroded

exhaust silencer strap corroded

Pass 19 Jul 2017 41,157 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 32,463 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2016 32,463 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2015 26,554 miles

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

Pass 4 Jun 2014 22,883 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 19,881 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 28 May 2012 16,193 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 13,846 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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BG08 VRV is a 2008 Citroen C3 in Black with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 BG08 VRV, 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 BG08 VRV registered?

BG08 VRV is a 2008 Citroen C3, first registered on 30 April 2008.

Is BG08 VRV safe to buy?

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