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GF08 PVK

2008 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2016
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

76,041 mi
Last recorded76,041 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2015
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 PVK
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2015 76,041 miles

Both rear tyres are slightly perished

Parking brake requires attention

Fail 22 Aug 2015 76,041 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Parking brake requires attention

Both rear tyres are slightly perished

Pass 30 Aug 2014 67,763 miles

EMISSIONS TOO CLEAN TO DETECT

OFFSIDE REAR DROP LINK SLIGHT PLAY

Fail 29 Aug 2014 67,763 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

EMISSIONS TOO CLEAN TO DETECT

OFFSIDE REAR DROP LINK SLIGHT PLAY

Pass 9 Apr 2013 50,920 miles

indicators flash faster than normal

Fail 9 Apr 2013 50,920 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

indicators flash faster than normal

Pass 26 Apr 2012 41,677 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Fail 26 Apr 2012 41,677 miles

Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 18 Apr 2011 32,945 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 PVK is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PVK, 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 PVK registered?

GF08 PVK is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 28 April 2008.

Is GF08 PVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 PVK shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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