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GY08 VZD

2008 Citroen C2

Black Petrol 1587cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

81,402 mi
Last recorded81,402 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen C255,327 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY08 VZD
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,587cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 81,402 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 81,394 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2024 81,392 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2024 81,392 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 74,761 miles
Fail 4 May 2022 74,750 miles

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

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Apr 2021 68,550 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2021 68,542 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 14 Mar 2020 61,694 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Mar 2019 53,273 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 23 Mar 2018 48,181 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 18 Mar 2017 45,455 miles

rear spare wheel holder corroded

Pass 19 Mar 2016 41,454 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 34,755 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2014 29,180 miles

rear exhaust strap need replacement.

Pass 9 Mar 2013 23,641 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2012 18,065 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 13,184 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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GY08 VZD is a 2008 Citroen C2 in Black with a 1,587cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GY08 VZD, 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 GY08 VZD registered?

GY08 VZD is a 2008 Citroen C2, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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