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NJ08 HRE

2008 Citroen C4

Brown Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2024
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

159,666 mi
Last recorded159,666 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen C469,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ08 HRE
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2008
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2023 159,666 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides. (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s/r o/s/r ()

Fail 7 Mar 2023 159,666 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both sides. (4.1.4 (b))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt n/s/r o/s/r ()

Pass 8 Dec 2021 149,074 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim on lower limit.

Fail 8 Dec 2021 149,074 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Nail in tread. (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim on lower limit.

Pass 4 Dec 2020 143,264 miles

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

N/s/f fog lamp lens damaged

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre Not repairable ()

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 137,766 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2019 137,766 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire Engine bay area (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Dec 2018 127,735 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive OUTER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Dec 2018 127,734 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced OUTER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive OUTER SILL (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2017 118,307 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2017 118,307 miles

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

Pass 3 Dec 2016 105,402 miles

both front tyres treads wearing unevenly.

Pass 5 Dec 2015 92,954 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2015 92,954 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2014 81,275 miles

n/s/f and o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Fail 29 Nov 2014 81,275 miles

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

n/s/f and o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Pass 12 Dec 2013 60,889 miles
Fail 11 Dec 2013 60,889 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 47,859 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2012 31,845 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 21,549 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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NJ08 HRE is a 2008 Citroen C4 in Brown with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 NJ08 HRE, 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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What year was NJ08 HRE registered?

NJ08 HRE is a 2008 Citroen C4, first registered on 31 March 2008.

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