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RX05 MDV

2005 Citroen C8

Blue Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

123,290 mi
Last recorded123,290 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen C876,164 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRX05 MDV
MakeCitroen
ModelC8
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2015 123,290 miles

exhaust corroded

wheel trims fitted

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

engine cover and under tray fitted

Fail 24 Sep 2015 123,290 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

engine cover and under tray fitted

exhaust corroded

wheel trims fitted

Pass 3 Sep 2014 109,073 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2013 98,786 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Sep 2013 98,786 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Aug 2012 87,638 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Sep 2011 76,238 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 70,474 miles

center rear seat will not lock in upmost position

front brake discs well worn (may be below minimum thicknes if measured /advise replacement)

nearside rear most seat not fitted

windscreen wiper blades splitting (advise replacement)

Pass 19 Mar 2009 54,649 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 42,007 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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RX05 MDV is a 2005 Citroen C8 in Blue with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RX05 MDV, 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 RX05 MDV registered?

RX05 MDV is a 2005 Citroen C8, first registered on 30 March 2005.

Is RX05 MDV safe to buy?

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