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GL08 HZY

2008 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2022
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

93,244 mi
Last recorded93,244 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 HZY
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2021 93,244 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on outer edge

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

Fail 30 Sep 2021 93,244 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Pipe split (3.5 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on outer edge

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

Pass 15 Oct 2020 86,670 miles

Front Brake discs lipped

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Fail 10 Oct 2020 86,565 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 78,426 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Slightly twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre starting to perish and go out of shape

Offside Rear Tyre starting to perish and go out of shape

Offside Rear Tyre starting to perish and go out of shape

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

Pass 28 Nov 2018 65,882 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 63,592 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 56,083 miles
Pass 17 May 2016 51,886 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 45,267 miles

rear brake pads wearing thin

Pass 20 May 2014 38,610 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 32,521 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 26,787 miles
Pass 25 May 2011 18,406 miles

Emissions to low to record

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)

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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GL08 HZY is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GL08 HZY, 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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GL08 HZY is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 28 May 2008.

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