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GP08 XYB

2008 Citroen C5

Beige Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

118,157 mi
Last recorded118,157 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP08 XYB
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 118,157 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Aug 2024 105,782 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2023 104,142 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 100,566 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 95,188 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear SUSPENSION SPHERES CORRODED

Fail 9 Sep 2021 95,188 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear SUSPENSION SPHERES CORRODED

Pass 9 Oct 2020 87,772 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 76,330 miles

Rear Suspension pipes slightly corroded. (Adj. rear suspension unit)

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Various minor chips. (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 1 May 2019 76,302 miles

Offside Front Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive Transmission; n/s driveshaft seal. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension pipes slightly corroded. (Adj. rear suspension unit)

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Various minor chips. (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 71,717 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 11 May 2018 71,717 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke (7.4.B.3a)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 May 2017 60,443 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 52,131 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 11 May 2016 52,131 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 13 May 2015 41,854 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 32,922 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 22,036 miles
Fail 21 May 2013 22,036 miles

Nearside Outer Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 9 Jul 2012 18,169 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Jul 2011 13,855 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2011 13,855 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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GP08 XYB is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Beige with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 GP08 XYB, 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 GP08 XYB registered?

GP08 XYB is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is GP08 XYB safe to buy?

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