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GK08 ZBZ

2008 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

260,388 mi
Last recorded260,388 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK08 ZBZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2020 260,388 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2019 248,900 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2018 213,913 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 199,521 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2018 185,879 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2017 172,174 miles
Pass 25 May 2017 158,695 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2017 144,714 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 126,548 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 106,239 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 87,604 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2015 87,604 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jan 2015 65,521 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 34,420 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 7,966 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 7,374 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2011 7,374 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

front brake discs corroded.

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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GK08 ZBZ is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 GK08 ZBZ, 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 GK08 ZBZ registered?

GK08 ZBZ is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 1 March 2008.

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