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2008 Citroen C4 2.0L Diesel · LC08 AAX

LC08 AAX

2008 Citroen C4 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31 Mar 2008. Recorded mileage 111,434 miles. MOT expired on 11 Oct 2023.

Make & Model
CITROEN C4
Year / Origin
2008 · Stanmore (North London)
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 11 Oct 2023
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
111,434 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 11 Oct 2023
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2008
Engine
1997cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness status, though the record indicates a pattern of immediate failures before passing. The most recent test on 13 October 2022 at 111,434 miles resulted in a pass with no recorded defects or advisories, suggesting the car was in good condition at that time. However, given the current date of June 2026, the MOT is now nearly four years overdue. This significant gap in testing leaves the current state of the mechanical and structural components unknown for the last several years. The mileage profile is consistent with an 18-year-old vehicle, averaging approximately 6,200 miles per year. The data shows a progression of 6,468 miles between September 2020 and September 2021, followed by another 9,588 miles between September 2021 and October 2022. This steady accumulation suggests the vehicle was used regularly for short trips, which helps keep the drivetrain and suspension lubricated but the age of the car increases the risk of age-related corrosion and degradation of rubber components regardless of the low mileage. A physical inspection must prioritise a thorough check of the structural integrity, as Citroen models from this era are prone to rust in the sills and rear subframe areas. Because the MOT has lapsed for such a long period, the buyer should look for seized brake calipers, perished suspension bushes, and leaking hydraulic components that may have developed during periods of inactivity. The lack of advisories in the 2022 test suggests the car was well-maintained then, but the absence of recent data means a comprehensive mechanical check of the exhaust system and emissions is essential before any purchase.

LC08 AAX Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 13/10/2022
  • 111,434 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (50%)
! Older vehicle
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LC08 AAX Mileage History

  1. 22/09/2021101,846 mi
  2. 23/09/2021101,846 mi
  3. 13/10/2022111,434 mi+9,588 mi
  4. 13/10/2022111,434 mi

Average of roughly 9,071 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

LC08 AAX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 15 Sept 2026, 05:36
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Citroen C4 (LC08 AAX) between September 2021 and October 2022.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 13 October 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))”; “Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))”.

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