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YP53 CGK

2003 Citroen C8

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

171,786 mi
Last recorded171,786 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Citroen C875,574 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP53 CGK
MakeCitroen
ModelC8
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2016 171,786 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 163,703 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 152,113 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2013 150,005 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Dec 2013 150,005 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 136,090 miles

Engine management light on

Nail in offside rear tyre

Wheel trims fitted to vehicle

Pass 7 Dec 2011 121,630 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 1 Dec 2011 121,630 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Nov 2010 109,475 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 88,369 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2008 74,561 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 74,107 miles

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

Pass 10 Oct 2007 69,729 miles

n/s wiper split on ends

rear exhaust system corroded

Fail 10 Oct 2007 69,729 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)

n/s wiper split on ends

rear exhaust system corroded

Pass 4 Oct 2006 52,251 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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YP53 CGK is a 2003 Citroen C8 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2003 Citroen C8 models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 75,574 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 YP53 CGK, 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 23 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 YP53 CGK registered?

YP53 CGK is a 2003 Citroen C8, first registered on 8 October 2003.

Is YP53 CGK safe to buy?

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