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FM08 FVR

2008 Citroen C2

Silver Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

32,743 mi
Last recorded32,743 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2016
Typical for 2008 Citroen C255,327 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM08 FVR
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2016 32,743 miles

bonnet release handle loose in cab

Fail 25 Jan 2016 32,743 miles

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

Nearside screen wash jets partially blocked

Offside wiper blade splitting at lower edge

bonnet release handle loose in cab

Pass 17 Feb 2015 30,142 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2015 30,142 miles

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

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear wiper blade split

Pass 19 Feb 2014 27,245 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside rear tyre slightly worn unevenly

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside front, nearside front & nearside rear tyre side walls scrubbed

Pass 18 Mar 2013 24,521 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2012 20,146 miles

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

Fail 19 Jun 2012 20,146 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)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2011 15,278 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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FM08 FVR is a 2008 Citroen C2 in Silver with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 FM08 FVR, 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 FM08 FVR registered?

FM08 FVR is a 2008 Citroen C2, first registered on 14 July 2008.

Is FM08 FVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM08 FVR shows 9 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.

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