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GP52 HXR

2003 Citroen C8

Blue Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2018
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

75,487 mi
Last recorded75,487 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2017
Typical for 2003 Citroen C875,574 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP52 HXR
MakeCitroen
ModelC8
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2017 75,487 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2017 75,487 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 1 Nov 2016 75,483 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2016 75,481 miles

Exhaust system not adequately supported at centre mounting (7.1.1)

Nearside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jan 2013 73,667 miles
Fail 21 Dec 2012 73,588 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)

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

Pass 22 May 2012 72,265 miles
Fail 14 May 2012 72,265 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Pass 8 Dec 2010 71,930 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2010 71,909 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2009 65,743 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 59,152 miles

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

only one rear seat fitted at time of test.

Pass 19 Oct 2007 52,169 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 7 Nov 2006 43,497 miles

rear seats not fitted at time of test ..

Pass 22 Nov 2005 36,876 miles

How Reliable is the Citroen C8?

Based on 163,993 MOT tests across 11,350 vehicles.

67.0%
Pass Rate
7,770
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
11,350
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 9,557
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 6,989
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,586
parking brake recording little or no effort 5,982
Registration plate lamp not working 5,758
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GP52 HXR is a 2003 Citroen C8 in Blue with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2003 Citroen C8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 75,574 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 C8 fails its MOT is parking brake: efficiency below requirements, accounting for 9,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GP52 HXR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C8 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 23 years old, this Citroen C8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of GP52 HXR?

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What year was GP52 HXR registered?

GP52 HXR is a 2003 Citroen C8, first registered on 31 January 2003.

Is GP52 HXR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP52 HXR shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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