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GF08 HVZ

2008 Citroen C5

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

151,871 mi
Last recorded151,871 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 HVZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 151,871 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Sep 2024 148,451 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 23 Sep 2024 148,451 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 21 Aug 2023 143,213 miles

Offside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2022 140,457 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 137,421 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Aug 2021 137,389 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2020 134,614 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2020 134,614 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2019 129,452 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2019 129,452 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2018 124,472 miles

Coolant leak at expansion bottle cap ()

Nearside Front pad wear sensor wire broken

Offside Front brake caliper slight moisture

moisture around both front suspension units

Fail 5 Sep 2018 124,470 miles

Nearside Front Brake cable damaged parkbrake cable outer broken (1.1.15 (a))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Front Brake cable damaged parking brake cable outer broken (1.1.15 (a))

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Coolant leak at expansion bottle cap ()

Nearside Front pad wear sensor wire broken

Offside Front brake caliper slight moisture

moisture around both front suspension units

Pass 21 Sep 2017 115,223 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2017 115,223 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Sep 2016 100,733 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2015 82,539 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 63,121 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 45,125 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 45,090 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012
Pass 1 Apr 2011 37,003 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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GF08 HVZ is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 GF08 HVZ, 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 GF08 HVZ registered?

GF08 HVZ is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is GF08 HVZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 HVZ shows 22 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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