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DV08 SVS

2008 Citroen C2

Black Petrol 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2018
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

67,725 mi
Last recorded67,725 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen C255,327 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV08 SVS
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2017 67,725 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 7 Jul 2017 67,618 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 28 Jun 2016 56,051 miles

Exhaust back box mounting bracket broken, but system still supported

Front wiper blades smearing slightly

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Fail 2 Jul 2015 48,662 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 48,662 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 40,590 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2014 40,394 miles

Offside Front drive shaft coupling is insecure (2.5.C.1c)

Steering wheel retaining device insecure (2.1.6)

Pass 6 Apr 2013 30,430 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2013 30,430 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)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 18,409 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 15,718 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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DV08 SVS is a 2008 Citroen C2 in Black with a 1,398cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 DV08 SVS, 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

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What year was DV08 SVS registered?

DV08 SVS is a 2008 Citroen C2, first registered on 29 April 2008.

Is DV08 SVS safe to buy?

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