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FG08 SXE

2008 Citroen C2

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2019
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

62,095 mi
Last recorded62,095 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen C255,327 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 SXE
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 62,095 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 May 2017 49,554 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2016 44,923 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2016 44,923 miles

Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords both (4.1.D.1a)

Fail 6 May 2015 33,500 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)

Pass 6 May 2015 33,500 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2014 22,923 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 22,923 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2013 18,174 miles

Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

Pass 14 May 2012 13,083 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 13,083 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 May 2011 11,830 miles

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

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

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 SXE is a 2008 Citroen C2 in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FG08 SXE, 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 FG08 SXE registered?

FG08 SXE is a 2008 Citroen C2, first registered on 19 May 2008.

Is FG08 SXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 SXE shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FG08 SXE have outstanding finance?

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