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DA08 GVW

2008 Citroen C4

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2014
Tests6 (3 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

45,518 mi
Last recorded45,518 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2013
Typical for 2008 Citroen C469,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA08 GVW
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

3 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2013 45,518 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 45,518 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Front Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)

Pass 5 Sep 2012 32,359 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Sep 2012 32,359 miles

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

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

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Sep 2011 21,253 miles

N/s/r tyre cracking inbetween tread

O/s/f wheel slightly damaged on outer bead rim

Fail 19 Sep 2011 21,253 miles

N/s/r tyre cracking inbetween tread

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

O/s/f wheel slightly damaged on outer bead rim

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

How Reliable is the Citroen C4?

Based on 3,110,282 MOT tests across 237,183 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
7,034
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
237,183
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 68,682
Stop lamp not working 57,397
position lamp(s) not working 51,823
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 46,041
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 39,505
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DA08 GVW is a 2008 Citroen C4 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 2008 Citroen C4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 69,562 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 C4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 68,682 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DA08 GVW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C4 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Citroen C4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was DA08 GVW registered?

DA08 GVW is a 2008 Citroen C4, first registered on 26 June 2008.

Is DA08 GVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DA08 GVW shows 6 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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