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OV57 YXX

2007 Citroen C8

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2020
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

186,178 mi
Last recorded186,178 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2019
Typical for 2007 Citroen C879,323 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV57 YXX
MakeCitroen
ModelC8
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2019 186,178 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2018 173,801 miles

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

engine cover fitted

Fail 30 Aug 2018 173,801 miles

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

engine cover fitted

Nearside Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))

Pass 31 Aug 2017 162,933 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 162,933 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 158,575 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 153,018 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2015 153,018 miles

Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Centre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2014 132,971 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

both front and near side rear tyres 3mm

Fail 25 Oct 2013 112,663 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2013 112,663 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2012 91,856 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2011 66,579 miles

both front brake discs worn

Pass 15 Nov 2010 48,190 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C8?

Based on 163,993 MOT tests across 11,350 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
7,770
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
11,350
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 9,557
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,989
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,586
parking brake recording little or no effort 5,982
Registration plate lamp not working 5,758
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OV57 YXX is a 2007 Citroen C8 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2007 Citroen C8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 79,323 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C8 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 9,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying OV57 YXX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 19 years old, this Citroen C8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was OV57 YXX registered?

OV57 YXX is a 2007 Citroen C8, first registered on 30 November 2007.

Is OV57 YXX safe to buy?

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