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DE08 XML

2008 Citroen C4

Red Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,174 mi
Last recorded98,174 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen C469,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDE08 XML
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2019 98,174 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both ns/os 205/55R16 91V (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 13 Dec 2019 98,174 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both ns/os 205/55R16 91V (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 92,909 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2017 87,981 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 83,276 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 76,862 miles

Nearside Front tyre nail in tread

Fail 15 Sep 2014 71,224 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 71,224 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2013 64,390 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2013 64,390 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

boot does not open

Pass 6 Mar 2012 54,846 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2010 48,199 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)

front brakes discs worn

stone chips to windscreen

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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DE08 XML is a 2008 Citroen C4 in Red with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 DE08 XML, 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 DE08 XML registered?

DE08 XML is a 2008 Citroen C4, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is DE08 XML safe to buy?

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