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GF08 JVY

2008 Citroen C2

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2022
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

41,529 mi
Last recorded41,529 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen C255,327 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 JVY
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2021 41,529 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2019 38,094 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Jun 2018 32,767 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords has cut on outer wall and splitting on inner and outer walls (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre is splitting on inner and outer walls (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively offside and nearside (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 31 May 2017 26,160 miles

both front lower suspension arm bushes starting to come adrift

Pass 10 May 2016 21,259 miles
Fail 10 May 2016 21,259 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 14 May 2015 18,829 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 18,428 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 15,886 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

all 4 tyres perishing on sidewalls

nearside front tyre getting low wearing outer edge

Pass 11 May 2012 11,196 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 7,261 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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GF08 JVY is a 2008 Citroen C2 in Black with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GF08 JVY, 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 GF08 JVY registered?

GF08 JVY is a 2008 Citroen C2, first registered on 22 May 2008.

Is GF08 JVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 JVY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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