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BW08 FZU

2008 Citroen C2

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Nov 2022
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

109,166 mi
Last recorded109,166 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen C255,327 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW08 FZU
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2021 109,166 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2021 108,786 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

Parking brake lever inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 26 Nov 2020 100,268 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2020 100,252 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 24 Sep 2019 94,788 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2018 91,616 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2017 84,129 miles

slight bind on off side rear brake hub

slight coolant leak on rear of engine by thermostat housing

Pass 20 Aug 2016 70,201 miles

Front brake discs inner face corroded

Fail 20 Aug 2016 70,201 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Front brake discs inner face corroded

Pass 11 Aug 2015 59,873 miles

exhaust rear silencer strap broken but exhaust supported

front disc inners deteriorated

Pass 21 Aug 2014 51,027 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2014 51,027 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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 40,722 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2013 40,722 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 30,545 miles

adv full inspection of sills not permitted due to covers fitted

Fail 21 Aug 2012 30,545 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)

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)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

adv full inspection of sills not permitted due to covers fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2011 21,585 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C2?

Based on 965,161 MOT tests across 61,057 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,516
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
61,057
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 38,269
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27,833
Registration plate lamp not working 22,386
Direction indicator incorrect colour 20,787
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 15,873
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BW08 FZU is a 2008 Citroen C2 in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

Across all 2008 Citroen C2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 55,327 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 C2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 38,269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BW08 FZU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Citroen C2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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BW08 FZU is a 2008 Citroen C2, first registered on 28 August 2008.

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