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GY56 GSU

2006 Citroen C8

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

94,761 mi
Last recorded94,761 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2017
Typical for 2006 Citroen C877,509 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY56 GSU
MakeCitroen
ModelC8
Year2006
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Sep 2017 94,761 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (3.5.1i)

perishing+play to suspension bushes

rear tyres wearing on edges

Fail 22 Sep 2017 94,761 miles

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing rear seat belt stalk missing (5.1.1)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (3.5.1i)

perishing+play to suspension bushes

rear tyres wearing on edges

Pass 15 Sep 2016 86,488 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 78,581 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 71,382 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2013 64,285 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 56,601 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 47,397 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 38,496 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 29,869 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 2 Sep 2009 29,869 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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GY56 GSU is a 2006 Citroen C8 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2006 Citroen C8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 77,509 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 GY56 GSU, 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 20 years old, this Citroen C8 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GY56 GSU registered?

GY56 GSU is a 2006 Citroen C8, first registered on 15 September 2006.

Is GY56 GSU safe to buy?

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