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FG08 FYY

2008 Citroen C2

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

45,069 mi
Last recorded45,069 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen C255,327 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 FYY
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 45,069 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2025 44,143 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 42,877 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2023 41,402 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2023 41,402 miles

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements both (0.1 (d))

Pass 10 Nov 2022 39,654 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2022 39,654 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 38,398 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2020 35,095 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 24 Nov 2020 35,090 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Nov 2019 30,132 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 23,008 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2018 23,008 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2017 19,919 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear tyre cracking (sidewall)

Offside Front anti roll bar link slight play

Fail 25 Oct 2017 19,919 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)

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear tyre cracking (sidewall)

Offside Front anti roll bar link slight play

Pass 25 Nov 2016 14,142 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 16,247 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 14,154 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 12,162 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2013 10,145 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 7 Mar 2012 8,114 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 6,264 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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FG08 FYY is a 2008 Citroen C2 in Black with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 FG08 FYY, 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 FG08 FYY registered?

FG08 FYY is a 2008 Citroen C2, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is FG08 FYY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 FYY shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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