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LY08 RUA

2008 Citroen C8

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Apr 2022
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

221,047 mi
Last recorded221,047 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen C880,760 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY08 RUA
MakeCitroen
ModelC8
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2021 221,047 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jun 2019 210,027 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2018 193,115 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 177,467 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 166,664 miles
Fail 28 May 2016 166,664 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2015 153,276 miles
Fail 27 May 2014 85,650 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 May 2014 85,650 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2013 75,007 miles

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

Fail 8 Jun 2013 75,007 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

osr and nsr additional rear lights not working

Fail 7 Jun 2012 60,514 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Jun 2012 60,514 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2011 43,777 miles

N/S/R Lamp unit is cracked.

N/S/R Lower part of bumper damaged.

How Reliable is the Citroen C8?

Based on 163,993 MOT tests across 11,350 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
7,770
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
11,350
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 9,557
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,989
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,586
parking brake recording little or no effort 5,982
Registration plate lamp not working 5,758
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LY08 RUA is a 2008 Citroen C8 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2008 Citroen C8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.5% with a typical mileage of 80,760 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C8 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 9,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LY08 RUA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 18 years old, this Citroen C8 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LY08 RUA registered?

LY08 RUA is a 2008 Citroen C8, first registered on 1 August 2008.

Is LY08 RUA safe to buy?

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