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GU08 FPG

2008 Citroen C4

Silver Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2022
Tests21 (12 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate57.1%

Mileage

115,767 mi
Last recorded115,767 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen C469,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU08 FPG
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 9 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2021 115,767 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 115,556 miles

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

Electronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake cable damaged hand brake cable (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 105,046 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Fail 27 Aug 2020 105,046 miles

Nearside Front 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))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2019 95,467 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 88,903 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 86,565 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 86,565 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2017 76,661 miles
Fail 5 May 2017 76,661 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 67,290 miles

front brake discs corroding inner faces

Fail 28 Apr 2016 67,290 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

front brake discs corroding inner faces

Pass 7 May 2015 58,916 miles

Tailgate handle loose

Near side front tyre on aprox 3mm

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 6 May 2015 58,904 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Near side front tyre on aprox 3mm

Tailgate handle loose

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 30 Apr 2014 52,038 miles

Bonnet stay missing

Near side rear tyre on 3mm aprox

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 7 May 2013 45,738 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Near side front tyre worn on inner edge

Off side front tyre wearing on inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 May 2013 45,738 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Near side front tyre worn on inner edge

Off side front tyre wearing on inner edge

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 May 2012 37,277 miles
Fail 9 May 2012 37,277 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 17 Jan 2011 27,601 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2011 27,601 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

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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GU08 FPG is a 2008 Citroen C4 in Silver with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 57.1%.

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 GU08 FPG, 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 GU08 FPG registered?

GU08 FPG is a 2008 Citroen C4, first registered on 10 March 2008.

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