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LY08 VXK

2008 Citroen C4

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Feb 2020
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

47,503 mi
Last recorded47,503 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen C469,562 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY08 VXK
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2019 47,503 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 43,949 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2018 43,949 miles

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

Pass 30 Jan 2017 39,254 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 34,745 miles

front discs change next pads

needs tracking

Fail 6 Jan 2016 34,745 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front discs change next pads

needs tracking

Pass 18 Dec 2014 29,992 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 25,663 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 21,813 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2013 21,812 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2011 16,426 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Nov 2011 16,426 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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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LY08 VXK is a 2008 Citroen C4 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 LY08 VXK, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LY08 VXK registered?

LY08 VXK is a 2008 Citroen C4, first registered on 18 August 2008.

Is LY08 VXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY08 VXK shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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