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GU58 SVW

2008 Citroen C2

Black Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,147 mi
Last recorded88,147 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen C255,327 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 SVW
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2018 88,147 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Fail 21 Oct 2018 88,147 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Oct 2017 81,031 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2016 77,171 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 72,292 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2014 68,986 miles

Both bottom ball joint dust covers in poor condition

Pass 7 Sep 2013 64,500 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 64,478 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Oct 2012 58,802 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2011 11,410 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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GU58 SVW is a 2008 Citroen C2 in Black with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GU58 SVW, 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 GU58 SVW registered?

GU58 SVW is a 2008 Citroen C2, first registered on 30 September 2008.

Is GU58 SVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU58 SVW shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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