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MF08 HFW

2008 Citroen C4

Purple Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

91,621 mi
Last recorded91,621 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen C469,562 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMF08 HFW
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2008
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2019 91,621 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 14 Jan 2019 91,616 miles

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 18 Jan 2018 80,295 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.83mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 30 Jan 2017 68,647 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

front brakes just met minimum requirements for performance & imbalance, needs repair

Pass 1 Feb 2016 56,847 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 53,431 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2015 53,431 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 49,606 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Aug 2012 43,771 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 19 Aug 2011 38,704 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2011 38,704 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Feb 2011 36,611 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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MF08 HFW is a 2008 Citroen C4 in Purple with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MF08 HFW, 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 MF08 HFW registered?

MF08 HFW is a 2008 Citroen C4, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is MF08 HFW safe to buy?

The MOT history for MF08 HFW shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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