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FG08 VVX

2008 Citroen C2

Black Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2020
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

65,963 mi
Last recorded65,963 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen C255,327 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 VVX
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2019 65,963 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2019 65,952 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 62,075 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2017 58,946 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2016 54,844 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 50,026 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 42,285 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 36,860 miles

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

Fail 16 Apr 2013 36,860 miles

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

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

Pass 11 Apr 2012 28,374 miles

offside front tyre has a cut in the outer sidewall ply or cords not showing at time of test.

Fail 10 Apr 2012 28,374 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

offside front tyre has a cut in the outer sidewall ply or cords not showing at time of test.

Pass 13 Apr 2011 21,874 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 21,874 miles

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

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

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

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 VVX is a 2008 Citroen C2 in Black with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 VVX, 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 VVX registered?

FG08 VVX is a 2008 Citroen C2, first registered on 16 April 2008.

Is FG08 VVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG08 VVX shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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