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BV58 OBW

2008 Citroen C3

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

91,687 mi
Last recorded91,687 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen C353,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV58 OBW
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2020 91,687 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2019 85,540 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2018 79,708 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 79,708 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Aug 2017 72,342 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 65,590 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 60,576 miles

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

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

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

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

oil leak

Fail 3 Sep 2015 60,576 miles

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

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

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

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

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

oil leak

Fail 28 Aug 2014 53,044 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 28 Aug 2014 53,044 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 46,340 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2012 38,534 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 29,879 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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BV58 OBW is a 2008 Citroen C3 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 BV58 OBW, 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 BV58 OBW registered?

BV58 OBW is a 2008 Citroen C3, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is BV58 OBW safe to buy?

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