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GL08 KLF

2008 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2018
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

73,573 mi
Last recorded73,573 miles
Recorded on4 Jan 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL08 KLF
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Jan 2017 73,573 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 71,447 miles
Fail 3 May 2016 71,447 miles

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

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

Fail 13 May 2015 65,480 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 May 2015 65,480 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 60,502 miles

Oil leak

Fail 14 May 2014 60,502 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 3 May 2013 53,879 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Pass 10 May 2012 48,334 miles

nearside inner rear brake pad slightly worn

Pass 11 May 2011 42,427 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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GL08 KLF is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 GL08 KLF, 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 GL08 KLF registered?

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

Is GL08 KLF safe to buy?

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