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OE57 VXR

2008 Citroen C4

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2019
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

111,322 mi
Last recorded111,322 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen C469,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE57 VXR
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2018 111,322 miles

n/s/f fog lamp lens cracked

Pass 20 May 2017 101,647 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre clamp not fitted correctly (7.1.2)

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

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

Oil leak ()

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

centre caps fitted not allowing full inspection

engine covers / under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

unable to open boot due to release mechinsm being loose, not allowing inspection of rear seat / seat belts.

Fail 20 May 2017 101,647 miles

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

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

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

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre clamp not fitted correctly (7.1.2)

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

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

Oil leak ()

Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

centre caps fitted not allowing full inspection

engine covers / under tray fitted not allowing full inspection

unable to open boot due to release mechinsm being loose, not allowing inspection of rear seat / seat belts.

Pass 31 May 2016 91,800 miles

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

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

Fail 31 May 2016 91,800 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 May 2015 80,049 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Fail 30 May 2014 70,538 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

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

slight damage on nearside lower sill

Pass 30 May 2014 70,538 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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)

slight damage on nearside lower sill

Pass 18 May 2013 58,557 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 28 Nov 2011 44,721 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 44,599 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

slight cut on outer side wall on n/side rear tyre.

Pass 21 Dec 2010 41,850 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 21 Dec 2010 41,850 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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OE57 VXR is a 2008 Citroen C4 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 OE57 VXR, 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 OE57 VXR registered?

OE57 VXR is a 2008 Citroen C4, first registered on 2 February 2008.

Is OE57 VXR safe to buy?

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