Official DVLA Record

2008 Citroen C4 1.6L Petrol · PL08 LBF

PL08 LBF

2008 Citroen C4 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01/07/2008. Recorded mileage 94,923 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
CITROEN C4
Year / Origin
2008 · Preston
MOT Status
Valid until 07/03/2024
Road Tax
Untaxed (01/02/2025)
Recorded Mileage
94,923 mi
ULEZ Compliance
ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
Fuel & Engine
PETROL · 1.6L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 07/03/2024
Tax Status
Untaxed
Tax due 01/02/2025
Fuel Type
PETROL
Year
2008
Engine
1587cc
Mechanical Assessment

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

The MOT history for this Citroen C4 shows an inconsistent pattern of compliance, with the most recent recorded test on 7 March 2023 resulting in a pass with no defects. This follows a failure on 2 March 2023, though the specific mechanical cause for that failure was not documented in the provided record. The previous year also showed a similar pattern, where a failure on 25 February 2022 preceded a pass on 8 March 2022. While the most recent result is clean, the recurring failures in both 2022 and 2023 suggest the vehicle has struggled to meet minimum standards on its first attempt during consecutive testing cycles. The vehicle has covered 94,923 miles over its 18-year lifespan, averaging approximately 5,274 miles per year. This represents low annual usage for a vehicle of this age. However, the MOT records provided only cover the period from February 2022 to March 2023, leaving a significant gap in documented testing history prior to that window. There is no data available to confirm the vehicle's compliance or mechanical state during the preceding years of its operation. Because the specific reasons for the failures in February 2022 and March 2023 are not listed, a physical inspection is necessary to identify potential recurring issues. A buyer should focus on components that frequently cause failures in older Citroen models, such as suspension bushes, coil springs, and brake pad wear. Given the low annual mileage, the vehicle may have experienced long periods of inactivity, which can lead to seized brake calipers, perished rubber seals, or fuel system issues. Checking for underside corrosion and the integrity of the exhaust system is also advised to ensure no structural degradation has occurred during its time on the road.

PL08 LBF Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 07/03/2023
  • 94,923 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
40
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

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
✓ Taxed
! Average MOT pass rate (50%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
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PL08 LBF Mileage History

  1. 25/02/202283,060 mi
  2. 08/03/202283,063 mi+3 mi
  3. 02/03/202394,916 mi+11,853 mi
  4. 07/03/202394,923 mi+7 mi

Average of roughly 11,549 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

PL08 LBF MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 30 Aug 2026, 11:19
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 (PL08 LBF) between February 2022 and March 2023.

The record contains 2 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 07 March 2023 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 (6 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Steering (4 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 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: “Nearside Front Electrical wiring likely to drag on the ground from engine bay (4.11 (a) (iii))”; “Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction sun shade (”; “Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements not displayed correctly (0.1 (d))”.

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