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NV08 SXG

2008 Citroen C4

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2023
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

140,970 mi
Last recorded140,970 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen C469,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV08 SXG
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2022 140,970 miles

Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

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

REAR EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD LOOSE

Pass 8 Mar 2021 127,796 miles

Corrosion present o/s outer sill (Front)

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Rearmost exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 8 Mar 2021 127,796 miles

Corrosion present o/s outer sill (Front)

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Rearmost exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 19 Feb 2021 127,385 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Rearmost exhaust heat shield insecure

Some corrosion present o/s outer sill (Front)

Pass 3 Mar 2020 118,440 miles

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2020 118,440 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Feb 2019 105,694 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2019 105,694 miles

Offside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 93,687 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2017 80,253 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Fail 21 Feb 2017 80,253 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 12 Mar 2016 72,383 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2016 72,383 miles

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

Pass 23 Sep 2015 71,582 miles
Fail 21 Sep 2015 71,519 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 61,619 miles

service light on

Fail 12 Sep 2014 61,619 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

service light on

Pass 1 Aug 2013 52,119 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 43,293 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)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 36,424 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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NV08 SXG is a 2008 Citroen C4 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 NV08 SXG, 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 NV08 SXG registered?

NV08 SXG is a 2008 Citroen C4, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is NV08 SXG safe to buy?

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