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GF58 XWS

2008 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

112,208 mi
Last recorded112,208 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF58 XWS
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2019 112,208 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2018 102,515 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2017 90,629 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

both front tyres getting low on tread

engine cover fitted

front brake discs worn

offside rear tyre getting low on tread

under tray fitted

Pass 19 Oct 2016 75,636 miles

Engine cover.

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Under tray.

Fail 19 Oct 2016 75,636 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Engine cover.

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Under tray.

Pass 28 Oct 2015 61,267 miles

Engine covers.

Slight damage to o/s/r tyre side wall (scuffed).

Under trays.

Fail 28 Oct 2015 61,267 miles

Engine covers.

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

Slight damage to o/s/r tyre side wall (scuffed).

Under trays.

Pass 6 Nov 2014 49,225 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2014 49,225 miles

Front registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 45,199 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2013 39,966 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 30,390 miles

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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 XWS is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GF58 XWS, 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 XWS registered?

GF58 XWS is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 29 November 2008.

Is GF58 XWS safe to buy?

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