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FE08 JVJ

2008 Citroen C2

Red Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2022
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

71,459 mi
Last recorded71,459 miles
Recorded on18 May 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen C255,327 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 JVJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2021 71,459 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 May 2021 71,459 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 26 May 2020 69,973 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2019 68,454 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 9 May 2019 68,454 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 May 2018 63,815 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section to back box joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin borderline pass (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 May 2018 63,810 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre section to back box joint (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin borderline pass (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 May 2017 59,629 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases clamp (7.1.2)

Offside Rear bump stop missing

Pass 21 May 2016 55,059 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear sidewall severley cracked

Pass 23 May 2015 51,085 miles

o/side tyre wall damage

Pass 23 May 2014 47,130 miles

Oil leak

rear silencer hanging strap corroded and snapped

Fail 23 May 2014 47,130 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)

Oil leak

rear silencer hanging strap corroded and snapped

Pass 31 May 2013 43,321 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 34,734 miles

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

Rear tyres cracking

Spare wheel loose

Pass 9 Aug 2011 24,519 miles

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

Nail in offside front tyre

front tyres wearing low on outer edge

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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FE08 JVJ is a 2008 Citroen C2 in Red with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FE08 JVJ, 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.

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What year was FE08 JVJ registered?

FE08 JVJ is a 2008 Citroen C2, first registered on 15 August 2008.

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