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GF58 XWK

2008 Citroen C5

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2023
Tests19 (12 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate63.2%

Mileage

100,474 mi
Last recorded100,474 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF58 XWK
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2022 100,474 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Outer sill covers fitted. Unable to make full assessment of sills

Outer sill covers fitted. Unable to make full assessment of sills

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under floor covers fitted. Unable to make full assessment of components

Fail 14 Sep 2022 99,776 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Outer sill covers fitted. Unable to make full assessment of sills

Outer sill covers fitted. Unable to make full assessment of sills

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Under floor covers fitted. Unable to make full assessment of components

Pass 4 Sep 2021 85,722 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2021 86,699 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 15 Oct 2020 83,626 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Fail 15 Oct 2020 83,622 miles

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2019 76,396 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 72,820 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 68,226 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 63,017 miles

Nearside and offside rear tyres starting to tear.

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

Pass 8 Jul 2015 58,115 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2015 58,084 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

nearside front tyre starting to tear

Fail 25 Jul 2014 53,571 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Jul 2014 53,571 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 53,050 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Dec 2012 44,139 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 17 Dec 2012 44,139 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Non obligatory mirror damaged

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f tyre low and worn unevenly

o/s/f tyre low and worn unevenly

Pass 22 Dec 2011 31,903 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2011 31,903 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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GF58 XWK is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.2%.

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 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 GF58 XWK, 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 GF58 XWK registered?

GF58 XWK is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 December 2008.

Is GF58 XWK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF58 XWK shows 19 tests with a 63.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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