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LV08 VTJ

2008 Citroen C4

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jan 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

133,716 mi
Last recorded133,716 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen C469,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2018 133,716 miles

Offside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Fail 8 Jan 2018 133,716 miles

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened parking (3.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 124,737 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 124,737 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Jan 2016 121,003 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2015 112,130 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jan 2015 112,130 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Oil leak

Pass 15 Jan 2014 101,962 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2014 101,940 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 100,964 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2012 90,867 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 17 Jun 2011 84,288 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 80,263 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 VTJ is a 2008 Citroen C4 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VTJ, 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 VTJ registered?

LV08 VTJ is a 2008 Citroen C4, first registered on 24 May 2008.

Is LV08 VTJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV08 VTJ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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