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PE08 SXJ

2008 Citroen C4

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2022
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

117,578 mi
Last recorded117,578 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen C469,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPE08 SXJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC4
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2021 117,578 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2020 112,133 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 104,923 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2018 97,178 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2018 97,178 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2016 92,125 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 80,301 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2014 68,845 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 5 Mar 2013 58,027 miles

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 7 Mar 2012 53,664 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2012 53,659 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 47,421 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2011 47,304 miles

Offside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

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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PE08 SXJ is a 2008 Citroen C4 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 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 PE08 SXJ, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was PE08 SXJ registered?

PE08 SXJ is a 2008 Citroen C4, first registered on 5 April 2008.

Is PE08 SXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE08 SXJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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