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GK58 XML

2008 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jun 2022
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

142,723 mi
Last recorded142,723 miles
Recorded on20 May 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK58 XML
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 May 2021 142,723 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 138,193 miles
Pass 31 May 2019 129,455 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 118,990 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2017 109,352 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 98,377 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2015 88,473 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2015 88,473 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Fail 21 May 2015 88,418 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

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

Pass 12 Aug 2014 78,051 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 58,882 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 43,211 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2011 30,844 miles

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 XML is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 GK58 XML, 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 XML registered?

GK58 XML is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 15 September 2008.

Is GK58 XML safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK58 XML shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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