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NL55 XJM

2005 Citroen C8

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2019
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Citroen C876,164 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL55 XJM
MakeCitroen
ModelC8
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2018

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2017 66,129 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2016 63,122 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2015 51,002 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2015 51,002 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Pass 18 Oct 2014 50,004 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2013 39,796 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 38,201 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2011 32,102 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 28,169 miles

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

Pass 15 Oct 2009 21,504 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 15 Oct 2008 17,898 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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NL55 XJM is a 2005 Citroen C8 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 NL55 XJM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NL55 XJM registered?

NL55 XJM is a 2005 Citroen C8, first registered on 7 September 2005.

Is NL55 XJM safe to buy?

The MOT history for NL55 XJM shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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