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OV08 VVX

2008 Citroen C4

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2020
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

124,892 mi
Last recorded124,892 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen C469,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV08 VVX
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Dec 2018 124,892 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 7 Dec 2017 110,108 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Fail 7 Dec 2017 110,108 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both ()

Pass 9 Dec 2016 89,179 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 Dec 2015 83,746 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2014 78,235 miles

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

Pass 20 Dec 2013 71,141 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 57,043 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 42,831 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 May 2011 24,029 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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OV08 VVX is a 2008 Citroen C4 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 OV08 VVX, 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 OV08 VVX registered?

OV08 VVX is a 2008 Citroen C4, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is OV08 VVX safe to buy?

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