CarVerify

Free Car Check

DG08 TZF

2008 Citroen C2

Black Petrol 1124cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Sep 2018
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

82,718 mi
Last recorded82,718 miles
Recorded on28 Sep 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen C255,327 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Citroen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG08 TZF
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 28 Sep 2017 82,718 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 28 Sep 2017 82,712 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 1 Sep 2016 72,872 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2016 72,822 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam aim requires checking (1.7.5a)

Nearside Outer 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 Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2015 59,249 miles

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

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

serious engine coolent leak

wipers slightly smear screen

Fail 11 Jul 2015 59,249 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

serious engine coolent leak

wipers slightly smear screen

Pass 28 Jun 2014 44,602 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2014 44,602 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

front brake discs scored - metal to metal contact with brake pads

Fail 8 Jul 2013 33,720 miles

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

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

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

nearside winscreen washer partially blocked

some grease around offside front outer CV gaiter - appears secure

Pass 8 Jul 2013 33,720 miles

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

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

nearside winscreen washer partially blocked

some grease around offside front outer CV gaiter - appears secure

Pass 6 Jul 2012 19,951 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 19,950 miles

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 31 Jan 2012 23,489 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 23,487 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 20,408 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
Full Citroen C2 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

DG08 TZF is a 2008 Citroen C2 in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 DG08 TZF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of DG08 TZF?

You can check the full history of DG08 TZF by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was DG08 TZF registered?

DG08 TZF is a 2008 Citroen C2, first registered on 26 March 2008.

Is DG08 TZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG08 TZF shows 15 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does DG08 TZF have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on DG08 TZF. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.