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WL08 GVX

2008 Citroen C5

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

60,133 mi
Last recorded60,133 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWL08 GVX
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 5 Mar 2026 60,133 miles

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Pass 1 Mar 2025 31,192 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 12,631 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2023 12,611 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 12,401 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 11,805 miles
Pass 9 May 2019 10,963 miles
Pass 9 May 2018 10,292 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 9,500 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 8,598 miles
Pass 14 May 2015 7,523 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 6,523 miles
Pass 13 May 2013 5,675 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 4,845 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 3,965 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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WL08 GVX is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 WL08 GVX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WL08 GVX?

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What year was WL08 GVX registered?

WL08 GVX is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is WL08 GVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for WL08 GVX shows 15 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WL08 GVX have outstanding finance?

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