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LV08 ZXX

2008 Citroen C4

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 May 2024
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

101,663 mi
Last recorded101,663 miles
Recorded on9 May 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen C469,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV08 ZXX
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 9 May 2023 101,663 miles

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

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

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

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 May 2022 93,748 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2021 90,248 miles

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 13 May 2019 87,113 miles

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 13 May 2019 87,113 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

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

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2018 81,605 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2018 81,605 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Outer Suspension component insecurely attached C V GAITER (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Undertray likely to become detached (6.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 May 2017 72,459 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 72,459 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low Defective head light adjuster (1.8)

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 May 2016 64,025 miles
Fail 19 May 2016 64,025 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Fail 19 May 2015 56,031 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

engine manengment light on

Pass 19 May 2015 56,031 miles

engine manengment light on

Fail 29 May 2014 49,036 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 May 2014 49,036 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 41,534 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2013 41,534 miles
Pass 25 May 2012 33,162 miles

Brake pedal anti slip slight worn smooth

Fail 25 May 2012 33,162 miles

Brake pedal anti slip slight worn smooth

Brake pedal anti-slip provision loose (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 27 May 2011 24,290 miles

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

advise front brake discs lipped.

advise front subframe rear mounting brackets not secured.

advise offside front brake pads wearing low inner.

advise offside front brake reading much higher then nearside. LH 350 RH 450

advise rear exhaust heat shield insecure.

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 ZXX is a 2008 Citroen C4 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 ZXX, 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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LV08 ZXX is a 2008 Citroen C4, first registered on 28 May 2008.

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