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MK08 WFJ

2008 Citroen C4

Brown Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

105,801 mi
Last recorded105,801 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2015
Typical for 2008 Citroen C469,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK08 WFJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2008
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2015 105,801 miles

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

oil dampness on engine

slight play in rack ends

Fail 28 Sep 2015 105,800 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

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

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

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

oil dampness on engine

slight play in rack ends

Pass 29 Apr 2014 95,629 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2014 95,629 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Mar 2013 83,479 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 83,479 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 68,209 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 55,981 miles

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

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 21 Apr 2011 55,981 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

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

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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MK08 WFJ is a 2008 Citroen C4 in Brown with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 MK08 WFJ, 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 MK08 WFJ registered?

MK08 WFJ is a 2008 Citroen C4, first registered on 14 April 2008.

Is MK08 WFJ safe to buy?

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