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FY58 RXL

2008 Citroen C2

Red Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Mar 2023
Tests14 (8 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

78,770 mi
Last recorded78,770 miles
Recorded on8 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen C255,327 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY58 RXL
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

8 pass 6 fail
Pass 8 Mar 2022 78,770 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

cooling fan motor siezed

Fail 25 Feb 2022 78,767 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

cooling fan motor siezed

Pass 17 Dec 2018 72,084 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low outside 1mm mid 1.6mm inner 2mm. bold on inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front bumper protrudes away from wing due to damage

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Dec 2018 72,084 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 40% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very low outside 1mm mid 1.6mm inner 2mm. bold on inner and outer edges. (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front bumper protrudes away from wing due to damage

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 61,143 miles

Spare tyre defective

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' scratched w/s (8.3.1d)

Fail 17 Nov 2017 61,143 miles

Nearside Front Outer 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 bracket broken (7.1.1)

Spare tyre defective

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' scratched w/s (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Nov 2015 43,958 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 43,958 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2014 39,753 miles

Rear exhaust bracket damaged

Pass 14 Oct 2013 34,819 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2013 34,819 miles

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

rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

rear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Front Brake discs corroded on inner face

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 16 Oct 2012 30,074 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 24,190 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2011 24,167 miles

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak

front pads cannot be seen, unable to check properly

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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FY58 RXL is a 2008 Citroen C2 in Red with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 FY58 RXL, 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 FY58 RXL registered?

FY58 RXL is a 2008 Citroen C2, first registered on 16 October 2008.

Is FY58 RXL safe to buy?

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