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GF56 XCN

2006 Citroen C8

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2018
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

68,451 mi
Last recorded68,451 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2017
Typical for 2006 Citroen C877,509 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 XCN
MakeCitroen
ModelC8
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2017 68,451 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2015 66,205 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2015 66,205 miles

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

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2014 62,946 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 58,715 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2012 54,775 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 49,674 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2010 47,188 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 36,192 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C8?

Based on 163,993 MOT tests across 11,350 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
7,770
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
11,350
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 9,557
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,989
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,586
parking brake recording little or no effort 5,982
Registration plate lamp not working 5,758
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GF56 XCN is a 2006 Citroen C8 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2006 Citroen C8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 77,509 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C8 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 9,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF56 XCN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 20 years old, this Citroen C8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GF56 XCN?

You can check the full history of GF56 XCN by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was GF56 XCN registered?

GF56 XCN is a 2006 Citroen C8, first registered on 22 November 2006.

Is GF56 XCN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF56 XCN shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GF56 XCN have outstanding finance?

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