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GF08 WVV

2008 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jul 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

113,864 mi
Last recorded113,864 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 WVV
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2023 113,864 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2023 113,714 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2023 113,473 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2022 96,275 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 71,708 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2021 71,642 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 71,185 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 67,062 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 65,580 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 63,997 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 49,013 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2013 49,013 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 15 May 2013 48,091 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 21 May 2012 36,614 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 25,712 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 WVV is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 WVV, 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 WVV registered?

GF08 WVV is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 3 June 2008.

Is GF08 WVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 WVV shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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