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GK08 XEW

2008 Citroen C4

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,400 mi
Last recorded86,400 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen C469,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 XEW
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Jan 2026 86,400 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 19 Feb 2025 85,724 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2024 69,210 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2023 65,746 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 60,256 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2021 54,697 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 51,992 miles
Fail 29 Feb 2020 51,992 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Feb 2019 47,628 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2018 42,791 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2017 40,442 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2017 40,442 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users bulb insecure (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 37,877 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2016 37,867 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2015 35,052 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 32,140 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 26 Feb 2013 29,419 miles

Oil leak

Pass 1 Mar 2012 24,813 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2012 24,813 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 20,348 miles

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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GK08 XEW is a 2008 Citroen C4 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 GK08 XEW, 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 GK08 XEW registered?

GK08 XEW is a 2008 Citroen C4, first registered on 7 March 2008.

Is GK08 XEW safe to buy?

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