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BD08 GZB

2008 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

107,392 mi
Last recorded107,392 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD08 GZB
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 107,392 miles

Front wiper blades smearing slightly.

Offside Front tyre, feathering on edges of tread.

Pass 9 Aug 2016 97,105 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 87,492 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 79,480 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 70,295 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2013 70,294 miles

Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Outer Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 31 Jan 2013 65,831 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside front wiper slight smear

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Fail 6 Dec 2011 51,624 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 6 Dec 2011 51,624 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C5?

Based on 931,868 MOT tests across 82,427 vehicles.

72.0%
Pass Rate
7,739
Miles/Year
25
Year Lifespan
82,427
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 42,736
position lamp(s) not working 29,340
Registration plate lamp not working 24,921
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 16,481
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 15,920
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BD08 GZB is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2008 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 81,947 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 42,736 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BD08 GZB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C5 typically stays on UK roads for around 25 years. At 18 years old, this Citroen C5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BD08 GZB registered?

BD08 GZB is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 8 May 2008.

Is BD08 GZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BD08 GZB shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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