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CA08 VFF

2008 Citroen C1

Red Petrol 998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2021
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

74,391 mi
Last recorded74,391 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen C159,859 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA08 VFF
MakeCitroen
ModelC1
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine998cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2020 74,391 miles
Fail 26 May 2020 74,282 miles

Emissions not tested Oil level low (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 May 2019 68,522 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

all four tyres have slight cuts in tread

Pass 15 May 2018 62,559 miles

rear tyres have small cuts all over tread

Pass 27 Apr 2017 57,247 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2017 57,247 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Pass 11 May 2016 54,397 miles

Nearside Rear tyre tread slightly scrubbed on outer edge

Fail 10 May 2016 54,397 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear tyre tread slightly scrubbed on outer edge

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 23 Jun 2015 49,170 miles

Engine management light on

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 49,170 miles

Engine management light on

Fail 27 Jun 2014 43,905 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 43,905 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2013 36,811 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Jun 2013 36,811 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 29,084 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 21,541 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C1?

Based on 2,448,436 MOT tests across 189,733 vehicles.

78.5%
Pass Rate
4,548
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
189,733
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 31,976
Registration plate lamp not working 14,045
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 13,225
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CA08 VFF is a 2008 Citroen C1 in Red with a 998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2008 Citroen C1 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.5% with a typical mileage of 59,859 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 C1 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 31,976 recorded failures. If you're considering buying CA08 VFF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C1 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Citroen C1 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was CA08 VFF registered?

CA08 VFF is a 2008 Citroen C1, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is CA08 VFF safe to buy?

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