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WV53 SXM

2003 Citroen C8

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2016
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

119,571 mi
Last recorded119,571 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2015
Typical for 2003 Citroen C875,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV53 SXM
MakeCitroen
ModelC8
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2015 119,571 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 117,832 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2013 109,814 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2013 109,814 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Pass 29 Jun 2013 109,151 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2012 107,649 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2011 105,302 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 105,302 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2011 101,885 miles

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

Front bumper insecure

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 89,459 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 86,869 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2008 80,395 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 72,949 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 63,835 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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WV53 SXM is a 2003 Citroen C8 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2003 Citroen C8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 75,574 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 WV53 SXM, 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 23 years old, this Citroen C8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WV53 SXM?

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What year was WV53 SXM registered?

WV53 SXM is a 2003 Citroen C8, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is WV53 SXM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV53 SXM shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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