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EK08 YSH

2008 Citroen C8

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2024
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

209,552 mi
Last recorded209,552 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen C880,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK08 YSH
MakeCitroen
ModelC8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2023 209,552 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 194,370 miles

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Feb 2023 194,370 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2022 181,579 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2022 181,576 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Feb 2022 167,112 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2022 167,112 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 26 Aug 2021 152,471 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2021 152,471 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Feb 2021 139,499 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2020 129,427 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2020 129,427 miles

Trailer electrical socket wiring insulation damaged or deteriorated and likely to cause a short-circuit (4.10 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 May 2018 116,117 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2018 116,116 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

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

Pass 14 Apr 2017 99,930 miles

engine oil leak,undertrays fitted.

Fail 14 Apr 2017 99,930 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported middle exhaust hanger broken (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement handbrake lever (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Power steering fluid level low, but not below minimum (2.3.1)

engine oil leak,undertrays fitted.

Pass 8 Apr 2016 82,346 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2015 64,485 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2014 63,079 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Apr 2013 53,263 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 19 Apr 2013 53,263 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 16 Apr 2012 43,526 miles

offside front headlamp cleaning device damaged and operation defective

Pass 1 Apr 2011 29,972 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

wiper blades deteriorating

Fail 23 Mar 2011 29,529 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in offside rear tyre

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

wiper blades deteriorating

How Reliable is the Citroen C8?

Based on 163,993 MOT tests across 11,350 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
7,770
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
11,350
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 9,557
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,989
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,586
parking brake recording little or no effort 5,982
Registration plate lamp not working 5,758
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EK08 YSH is a 2008 Citroen C8 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2008 Citroen C8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 80,760 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 C8 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 9,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EK08 YSH, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Citroen C8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EK08 YSH registered?

EK08 YSH is a 2008 Citroen C8, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is EK08 YSH safe to buy?

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