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GK58 VSA

2008 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

156,028 mi
Last recorded156,028 miles
Recorded on18 Jan 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK58 VSA
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jan 2020 156,028 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Steering system fluid slightly leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 18 Jan 2020 156,028 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

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

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Steering system fluid slightly leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 10 Jan 2019 140,601 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2019 140,597 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

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

Road wheel more than one fixing missing All 4 (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 22 Jan 2018 118,506 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 93,530 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2016 83,659 miles

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

rear suspension pipe damp

Pass 16 Jan 2015 72,058 miles

all brake discs slightly worn

Pass 11 Jan 2014 60,806 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 49,817 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2013 49,817 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2012 38,672 miles
Fail 20 Jan 2012 38,672 miles

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

o/s/r secondary side light inop

Pass 31 Aug 2011 36,221 miles

nearside front brake pad warning wire broken

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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GK58 VSA is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GK58 VSA, 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 GK58 VSA registered?

GK58 VSA is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 1 September 2008.

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