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BK08 GTF

2008 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2016
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

98,889 mi
Last recorded98,889 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2015
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 GTF
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2015 98,889 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 95,688 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2014 95,687 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 85,753 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2013 85,749 miles

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 83,747 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 79,772 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2011 60,786 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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BK08 GTF is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BK08 GTF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK08 GTF registered?

BK08 GTF is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 March 2008.

Is BK08 GTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 GTF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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