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GJ58 BYH

2008 Citroen C2

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

123,234 mi
Last recorded123,234 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen C255,327 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ58 BYH
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2024 123,234 miles

Central Front Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Poor beam images (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 20 Oct 2023 120,744 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2022 110,177 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 108,075 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2020 107,968 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2019 107,922 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2019 107,922 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 104,761 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 96,363 miles

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

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

front brake pipes corried

Fail 24 May 2017 96,359 miles

Front Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (8.2.3)

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

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

front brake pipes corried

Pass 19 May 2016 85,412 miles

Offside Front slight damage

Pass 27 May 2015 73,822 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 65,607 miles

rear exhaust bracket corroded.

Pass 29 May 2013 54,228 miles

Both rear tyre treads lifted

Cuts in o/s/r tyre inner sidewall

Pass 25 May 2012 43,226 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 35,388 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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GJ58 BYH is a 2008 Citroen C2 in Black with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 GJ58 BYH, 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 GJ58 BYH registered?

GJ58 BYH is a 2008 Citroen C2, first registered on 29 September 2008.

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