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GF08 PCV

2008 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Aug 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

23,800 mi
Last recorded23,800 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 PCV
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2025 23,800 miles

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 23,480 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 22,818 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2023 22,818 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 21,341 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2021 20,603 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2020 19,954 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2020 19,954 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2019 19,280 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2018 18,310 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Jun 2017 17,610 miles

Front Tyres both sides are wearing on the outer edges and has cracking in the tread area

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

Offside Rear registration plate lamp has lens missing

Pass 24 Jun 2016 16,310 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 14,753 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2014 13,695 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 12,061 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2012 10,297 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 8,203 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 PCV is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 PCV, 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 GF08 PCV registered?

GF08 PCV is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is GF08 PCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 PCV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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