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GU05 TXJ

2005 Citroen C8

Grey Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

132,761 mi
Last recorded132,761 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen C876,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 TXJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC8
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2017 132,761 miles

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

engine oil leaks various

rear exhaust outer casing rusty

Pass 14 Mar 2016 120,983 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2015 107,658 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2015 107,621 miles

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

Pass 13 Feb 2014 101,031 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2014 101,031 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 85,338 miles

advise exhaust casing condition deteriorating

advise nsr tyre wearing low and staggered

advise slight play in os steering inner tie rod

Fail 5 Feb 2013 85,338 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

advise exhaust casing condition deteriorating

advise nsr tyre wearing low and staggered

advise slight play in os steering inner tie rod

Pass 29 Feb 2012 77,175 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 69,122 miles

n/s/r upper sidelight n/w

o/s third row seat not fitted at test

Fail 2 Mar 2011 69,017 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

n/s/r upper sidelight n/w

o/s third row seat not fitted at test

Pass 5 Mar 2010 56,800 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Feb 2009 46,153 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 35,003 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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GU05 TXJ is a 2005 Citroen C8 in Grey with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2005 Citroen C8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.7% with a typical mileage of 76,164 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

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 GU05 TXJ, 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 21 years old, this Citroen C8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GU05 TXJ registered?

GU05 TXJ is a 2005 Citroen C8, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is GU05 TXJ safe to buy?

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