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LV08 SYW

2008 Citroen C4

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2018
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

128,325 mi
Last recorded128,325 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen C469,562 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 SYW
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2017 128,325 miles

slight play in both inner track rod joints. (inside gaiters).

Pass 2 Jul 2016 76,510 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2016 76,510 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Jun 2015 82,104 miles

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

Fail 3 Jun 2015 72,104 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 7 Jun 2014 69,275 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2014 69,275 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Jul 2013 63,075 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 59,129 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 58,939 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 29 Jun 2011 54,419 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 54,419 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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LV08 SYW is a 2008 Citroen C4 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 LV08 SYW, 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 LV08 SYW registered?

LV08 SYW is a 2008 Citroen C4, first registered on 4 April 2008.

Is LV08 SYW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV08 SYW shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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