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FV57 KSU

2008 Citroen C4

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2019
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

124,914 mi
Last recorded124,914 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen C469,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV57 KSU
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2018 124,914 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Oct 2017 108,083 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 102,021 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 102,021 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2016 92,484 miles

both front strut top bearings stiff in operation

handbrake readings poor

Fail 19 Jan 2016 92,484 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

both front strut top bearings stiff in operation

handbrake readings poor

Pass 30 Jan 2015 89,743 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2014 80,832 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2014 80,832 miles

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

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing severely (3.7.B.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

front tyres low

Fail 15 Jan 2013 67,430 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Pass 15 Jan 2013 67,430 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 31 Jan 2012 57,962 miles

o/s/r tyre 3mm

Fail 30 Jan 2012 57,962 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

o/s/r tyre 3mm

Pass 1 Feb 2011 47,027 miles

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

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

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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FV57 KSU is a 2008 Citroen C4 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FV57 KSU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV57 KSU registered?

FV57 KSU is a 2008 Citroen C4, first registered on 1 February 2008.

Is FV57 KSU safe to buy?

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