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GK58 XBL

2008 Citroen C4

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2024
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

132,800 mi
Last recorded132,800 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen C469,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK58 XBL
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2023 132,800 miles

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 17 Nov 2023 132,797 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 2 Nov 2022 124,320 miles

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

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

Fail 2 Nov 2022 124,320 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Jan 2021 121,528 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front inner brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Steering system slightly rough both front strut top bearings slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Jan 2020 117,271 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

both front strut top bearings slightly rough

Pass 28 Jan 2019 107,998 miles

Nearside Front strut top mount bearing rough when rotated

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE AT 2 MIL 215/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 28 Jan 2019 107,998 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front strut top mount bearing rough when rotated

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE AT 2 MIL 215/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 5 Feb 2018 96,841 miles

rear trim loose

Fail 5 Feb 2018 96,841 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

rear trim loose

Pass 31 Jan 2017 85,233 miles

Front bonnet has impact damage but still able to lock and relesase,,,

Pass 6 Feb 2016 73,971 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2016 73,969 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

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

Pass 6 Feb 2015 59,605 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2015 59,605 miles

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 30 Jan 2014 47,728 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 32,683 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 Sep 2012 32,683 miles

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 13 Sep 2011 24,078 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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GK58 XBL is a 2008 Citroen C4 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GK58 XBL, 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.

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What year was GK58 XBL registered?

GK58 XBL is a 2008 Citroen C4, first registered on 26 September 2008.

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