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PE08 SYV

2008 Citroen C4

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

136,009 mi
Last recorded136,009 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen C469,562 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2020 136,009 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 3 Aug 2020 135,995 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 122,481 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 111,388 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2018 111,388 miles

Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam nearside and off side (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Sep 2016 103,135 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2016 103,135 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Sep 2015 94,338 miles

childseat fitted osr

Fail 3 Sep 2015 94,338 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect bulb incorrectly fitted (1.8.A.1b) DANGEROUS

childseat fitted osr

Pass 23 Sep 2014 85,645 miles

both front tyres worn low on edges

Pass 3 Sep 2013 79,255 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2013 69,903 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 55,876 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 41,633 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 41,618 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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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PE08 SYV is a 2008 Citroen C4 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PE08 SYV, 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 SYV registered?

PE08 SYV is a 2008 Citroen C4, first registered on 20 May 2008.

Is PE08 SYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PE08 SYV shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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