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GJ08 CHV

2008 Citroen C2

Blue Petrol 1124cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

88,534 mi
Last recorded88,534 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen C255,327 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ08 CHV
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,124cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 88,534 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

oil leak

Pass 30 Jun 2025 88,496 miles

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

Fail 30 Jun 2025 88,496 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Apr 2024 87,051 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2023 85,648 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2021 83,559 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 71,929 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2018 64,759 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2018 64,759 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Aug 2017 56,737 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2016 52,125 miles

Rear silencer bracket corroded

Pass 20 May 2016 50,492 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 46,544 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2014 39,204 miles

Rear exhaust section bracket corroded but adequately supported

Pass 24 May 2013 31,876 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 29,062 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 29,062 miles

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

Pass 7 Jun 2011 25,390 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2011 25,390 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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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GJ08 CHV is a 2008 Citroen C2 in Blue with a 1,124cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 GJ08 CHV, 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 GJ08 CHV registered?

GJ08 CHV is a 2008 Citroen C2, first registered on 12 July 2008.

Is GJ08 CHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ08 CHV shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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