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BN08 XWV

2008 Citroen C3

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2020
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

53,836 mi
Last recorded53,836 miles
Recorded on11 Oct 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen C353,719 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN08 XWV
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Oct 2019 53,836 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2018 45,182 miles

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

Pass 17 Oct 2017 41,018 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 40,689 miles

o/s/f cv gaiter has pin hole in

oil leak

Pass 12 Apr 2016 36,017 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 Apr 2016 36,017 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 1 Apr 2015 29,563 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2014 29,149 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2013 28,290 miles

nearside rear tyre perrishing

Pass 12 Jun 2012 23,794 miles

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

nearside rear tyre perrishing

Pass 27 Apr 2011 19,155 miles

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

Fail 27 Apr 2011 19,155 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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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BN08 XWV is a 2008 Citroen C3 in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 BN08 XWV, 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 BN08 XWV registered?

BN08 XWV is a 2008 Citroen C3, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is BN08 XWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN08 XWV shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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