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GD08 BZR

2008 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 May 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

67,141 mi
Last recorded67,141 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD08 BZR
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 67,141 miles
Fail 16 May 2018 67,141 miles

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 May 2017 56,104 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 42,521 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 38,386 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 34,193 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2013 29,840 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2013 29,840 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2012 23,974 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 18,641 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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GD08 BZR is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GD08 BZR, 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 GD08 BZR registered?

GD08 BZR is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 29 July 2008.

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