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GF08 ZZY

2008 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2018
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

112,521 mi
Last recorded112,521 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF08 ZZY
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Fail 19 Dec 2017 112,521 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 10 Dec 2016 103,842 miles

Nearside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 93,098 miles

frt and rear brake discs corroded..

Pass 15 Nov 2014 81,000 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2014 81,000 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2013 59,787 miles

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

Offside Inner Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2012 41,317 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2011 27,124 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 24,662 miles

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

n/s/r tyre has a cut to inner side wall , no cords exposed.

uder tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some comonents

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 ZZY is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 ZZY, 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 ZZY registered?

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

Is GF08 ZZY safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF08 ZZY shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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