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BK08 NLP

2008 Citroen C3

Grey Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

57,737 mi
Last recorded57,737 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen C353,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 NLP
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 57,737 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Fail 22 Aug 2025 57,737 miles

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 56,004 miles

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

Pass 1 Aug 2023 54,159 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 52,542 miles

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

Nearside Rear suspension bump stop missing

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear suspension bump stop partially missing

rear exhaust hanger broken but system generally secure

Fail 15 Aug 2022 52,541 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear suspension bump stop missing

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing corroded (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear suspension bump stop partially missing

rear exhaust hanger broken but system generally secure

Pass 4 Aug 2021 51,216 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2021 51,216 miles

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Aug 2020 50,288 miles

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))

Fail 14 Aug 2020 50,288 miles

Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (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 2 May 2019 49,716 miles

rear exhaust mounting corroded

Fail 2 May 2019 49,716 miles

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

rear exhaust mounting corroded

Pass 2 May 2018 49,171 miles

rear exhaust mounting excessively corroded but exhaust is adequately supported

Pass 27 Apr 2017 45,696 miles

both front tyres low tread on inside edge

Pass 3 May 2016 40,299 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 35,060 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 30,259 miles

damage to nearside front door

Pass 5 Apr 2013 24,464 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 18,245 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 13,307 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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BK08 NLP is a 2008 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 BK08 NLP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK08 NLP registered?

BK08 NLP is a 2008 Citroen C3, first registered on 28 April 2008.

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