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GY58 RHV

2008 Citroen C5

Green Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

108,735 mi
Last recorded108,735 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY58 RHV
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2020 108,735 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Fail 12 Oct 2020 108,735 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension unit leaking shock (5.3.5 (c))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2019 99,397 miles

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 11 Oct 2019 99,397 miles

Nearside Front Suspension unit leaking strut (5.3.5 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Oct 2018 74,764 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 6 Nov 2017 43,171 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2017 43,171 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)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 6 Oct 2016 41,274 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 4 Oct 2016 41,260 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 30 Sep 2015 36,914 miles

child seat fitted to os/r - unable to fully inspect seatbelt

ns/r brake pads very low

wipers smear slightly

Pass 16 Oct 2014 31,364 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 25 Sep 2013 23,878 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 22,458 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 20,504 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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GY58 RHV is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Green with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 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 GY58 RHV, 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 GY58 RHV registered?

GY58 RHV is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 October 2008.

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