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EX05 PGE

2005 Citroen C8

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2019
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

126,078 mi
Last recorded126,078 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen C876,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX05 PGE
MakeCitroen
ModelC8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2018 126,078 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 121,633 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 113,390 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 104,397 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 104,365 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2013 104,365 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Apr 2011 96,705 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 88,544 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 85,082 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 85,082 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 133,741 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2006 87,717 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 36,391 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C8?

Based on 163,993 MOT tests across 11,350 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
7,770
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
11,350
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 9,557
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,989
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,586
parking brake recording little or no effort 5,982
Registration plate lamp not working 5,758
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EX05 PGE is a 2005 Citroen C8 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2005 Citroen C8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 76,164 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C8 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 9,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying EX05 PGE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Citroen C8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was EX05 PGE registered?

EX05 PGE is a 2005 Citroen C8, first registered on 7 March 2005.

Is EX05 PGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX05 PGE shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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