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KS08 SJY

2008 Citroen C4

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2022
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

132,847 mi
Last recorded132,847 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen C469,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 SJY
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 29 Mar 2021 132,847 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Fail 20 Jan 2021 132,836 miles

Nearside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Nearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2019 103,268 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 166,140 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

front discs and pads very low

Pass 5 Mar 2018 100,044 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2018 100,044 miles

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 8 Mar 2017 86,506 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit to excess & slightly out of shape (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 Mar 2016 76,518 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

engine covers fitted obscuring view of engine bay components

under trays fitted obscuring view of underside components

Fail 9 Mar 2016 76,516 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

engine covers fitted obscuring view of engine bay components

under trays fitted obscuring view of underside components

Pass 13 Mar 2015 68,022 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2015 68,022 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Jan 2014 62,970 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 57,828 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Jan 2013 57,828 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Feb 2012 50,032 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Feb 2012 50,023 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front brake disc's slightly worn

Pass 25 May 2011 39,593 miles

Nearside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

front (inner) brake discs pitted.

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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KS08 SJY is a 2008 Citroen C4 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 KS08 SJY, 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 KS08 SJY registered?

KS08 SJY is a 2008 Citroen C4, first registered on 7 June 2008.

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