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GY58 SVT

2008 Citroen C4

Red Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

79,064 mi
Last recorded79,064 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen C469,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY58 SVT
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2023 79,064 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Fail 22 Aug 2023 79,064 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 18 Oct 2021 70,185 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2021 70,136 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 66,944 miles

parking brake has only just met the required effort to pass

Pass 14 Oct 2019 63,923 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2018 58,927 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 52,014 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Fail 16 Oct 2017 52,013 miles

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit both front tyres 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Oct 2016 45,905 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 39,269 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

coolant level on minimum

Fail 13 Oct 2014 34,542 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 13 Oct 2014 34,542 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front brake discs slightly worn

Pass 10 Oct 2013 28,263 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 28,263 miles

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

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

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Fail 9 Oct 2012 24,533 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

both wipers starting to perish

Pass 9 Oct 2012 24,533 miles

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

Nail in offside rear tyre

both wipers starting to perish

Pass 15 Oct 2011 17,576 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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GY58 SVT is a 2008 Citroen C4 in Red with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 GY58 SVT, 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 GY58 SVT registered?

GY58 SVT is a 2008 Citroen C4, first registered on 17 October 2008.

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