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BW08 AOF

2008 Citroen C3

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

82,013 mi
Last recorded82,013 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen C353,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW08 AOF
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jan 2021 82,013 miles

Both front wishbone bushes deteriorated

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2019 78,420 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Slight oil leak

o/s/r tyre cracking

Pass 11 Dec 2018 73,043 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2017 66,578 miles

Both rear tyres cracked

Rear exhaust bracket broke

Pass 20 Dec 2016 60,856 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2015 53,770 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 5 Jan 2015 48,106 miles

drivers mirror damaged

Fail 5 Dec 2013 41,759 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside 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 Dec 2013 41,759 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Jan 2013 39,315 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 30,325 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 30,325 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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BW08 AOF is a 2008 Citroen C3 in Red 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 BW08 AOF, 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 BW08 AOF registered?

BW08 AOF is a 2008 Citroen C3, first registered on 12 August 2008.

Is BW08 AOF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW08 AOF 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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