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FG57 GXV

2008 Citroen C4

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

116,666 mi
Last recorded116,666 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen C469,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG57 GXV
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2023 116,666 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2022 109,313 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2021 105,422 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose outer case (3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2021 105,422 miles

Brake fluid contaminated (1.8 (a))

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an induction leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Exhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour (8.2.2.2 (d))

Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, lower arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose outer case (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2020 104,824 miles

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bushes (both side) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

excessive engine vibration

Fail 9 Mar 2020 104,824 miles

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting damaged and seriously weakened top mount bearing seized (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear wishbone bushes (both side) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

excessive engine vibration

Pass 16 Mar 2019 97,713 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 92,097 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 82,640 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 73,202 miles

offside rear tyre worn 215/55/16

Pass 5 Jun 2015 65,674 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2015 65,664 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 3 Jun 2014 58,652 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

recommend steering alignment check due to tyre wear.

Pass 8 Jun 2013 51,828 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 May 2012 41,958 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 1 May 2012 41,958 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 23 Apr 2012 41,754 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

CHILD SEATS FITTED TO NS AND OS REAR UNABLE TO FULLY INSPECT ADULT SEATS AND BELTS

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

Pass 7 Apr 2011 33,264 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 30,198 miles

couldnt produce print out for emission data due to readings to low

How Reliable is the Citroen C4?

Based on 3,110,282 MOT tests across 237,183 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
7,034
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
237,183
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 68,682
Stop lamp not working 57,397
position lamp(s) not working 51,823
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 46,041
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 39,505
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FG57 GXV is a 2008 Citroen C4 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2008 Citroen C4 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.1% with a typical mileage of 69,562 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C4 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 68,682 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG57 GXV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C4 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 18 years old, this Citroen C4 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was FG57 GXV registered?

FG57 GXV is a 2008 Citroen C4, first registered on 17 January 2008.

Is FG57 GXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG57 GXV shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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