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2006 Citroen C8 2.0L Diesel · GF56 AAX

GF56 AAX

2006 Citroen C8 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 29 Sept 2006. Recorded mileage 156,430 miles. MOT expired on 03 Dec 2024.

Make & Model
CITROEN C8
Year / Origin
2006 · Maidstone
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Expired on 03 Dec 2024
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
156,430 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.0L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Expired on 03 Dec 2024
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
2006
Engine
1997cc
Mechanical Assessment

AI-generated interpretation of this vehicle’s MOT record — not an official statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

The vehicle presents a stable roadworthiness profile based on the available MOT history over the last three years. The most recent inspection conducted in December 2023 at 156,430 miles resulted in no defects or advisories, indicating that the car met all standards at that time. While a failure occurred in early October 2022, the immediate re-test pass two days later suggests the owner was proactive in addressing minor issues rather than allowing them to persist. The mileage pattern remains consistent with typical usage for a vehicle of this age, averaging approximately 7,800 miles per annum. Between September 2020 and December 2023, the car covered 15,006 miles, showing a steady rate of use. The gap of nearly 3,000 miles between October 2021 and October 2022 indicates a period of lower activity, which generally reduces the stress on drivetrain components but can sometimes lead to degraded rubber components or seals. Given the age and mileage of this Citroen C8, a buyer should focus a physical inspection on the structural integrity and suspension components, as these are common points of failure. Although the recent records are clean, the twenty-year-old chassis warrants a close look for corrosion on the sills and rear mounting points. Inspect the suspension bushes for signs of tearing and check the brake calipers for binding, as the MOT test does not always catch minor issues until they reach a critical failure threshold.

GF56 AAX Key Findings

  • 4 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 04/12/2023
  • 156,430 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 1 historical MOT failure
  • 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (8 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
✓ Good MOT pass rate (75%)
✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently
! Older vehicle
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GF56 AAX Mileage History

  1. 15/10/2021144,343 mi
  2. 03/10/2022146,644 mi+2,301 mi
  3. 05/10/2022146,644 mi
  4. 04/12/2023156,430 mi+9,786 mi

Average of roughly 5,659 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

GF56 AAX MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 11 Sept 2026, 04:33
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2006 Citroen C8 (GF56 AAX) between October 2021 and December 2023.

The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 04 December 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (8 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 14 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))”; “Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))”.

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