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YY58 HVJ

2008 Citroen C3

Silver Petrol 1360cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jan 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,845 mi
Last recorded113,845 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen C353,719 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY58 HVJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC3
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,360cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 113,845 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2026 113,845 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Jan 2025 108,410 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 102,207 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2024 102,207 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 94,910 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2023 94,910 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 88,001 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2021 81,983 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2019 72,816 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 65,841 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2017 58,802 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 56,164 miles

rear exhaust badly deteriorated

Pass 23 Nov 2015 49,682 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2014 45,040 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/r light lens cracked

rear exhaust deteriated

Fail 28 Nov 2014 45,040 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

o/s/f tyre badly worn inner tread

o/s/r light lens cracked

rear exhaust deteriated

Pass 29 Nov 2013 40,129 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2012 34,564 miles

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

both front and offside rear tyres worn low and outer sidewalls perishing

Pass 30 Dec 2011 29,157 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2011 29,157 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

How Reliable is the Citroen C3?

Based on 4,435,918 MOT tests across 313,601 vehicles.

72.7%
Pass Rate
5,216
Miles/Year
24
Year Lifespan
313,601
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 107,792
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 76,366
Registration plate lamp not working 63,376
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 46,618
Stop lamp not working 39,780
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YY58 HVJ is a 2008 Citroen C3 in Silver with a 1,360cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Citroen C3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.0% with a typical mileage of 53,719 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 107,792 recorded failures. If you're considering buying YY58 HVJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C3 typically stays on UK roads for around 24 years. At 18 years old, this Citroen C3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YY58 HVJ registered?

YY58 HVJ is a 2008 Citroen C3, first registered on 18 December 2008.

Is YY58 HVJ safe to buy?

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