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Citroën C8

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 1,997 cc

C8 GRLMOT history

C8 GRL is a grey petrol Citroën C8 first used on 28 Oct 2005. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 98,738 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2027
Mileage
98,738 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,927 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C8 GRL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Citroën
Model
C8
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
28 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 GRL was last recorded at 98,738 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 4,452 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,286 miles · 21 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,452 miles
Average per year
4,927 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,738 miles
  • 2025 – 94,286 miles
  • 2024 – 90,647 miles
  • 2023 – 86,062 miles
  • 2022 – 80,994 miles
  • 2021 – 76,506 miles
  • 2020 – 73,644 miles
  • 2019 – 71,551 miles
  • 2018 – 66,445 miles
  • 2017 – 59,124 miles
  • 2016 – 51,792 miles
  • 2015 – 44,896 miles
  • 2014 – 38,377 miles
  • 2013 – 32,511 miles
  • 2012 – 28,062 miles
  • 2011 – 23,165 miles
  • 2010 – 19,248 miles
  • 2009 – 14,825 miles
  • 2008 – 10,209 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,738 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Oct 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,738 miles (+4,452)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    98,738 miles
    Test number
    141039758415
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass94,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    94,286 miles
    Test number
    208297083292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail94,286 miles (+3,639)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,286 miles
    Test number
    235009436127
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass90,647 miles (+4,585)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    90,647 miles
    Test number
    139300306706
    • AdvisoryBrake pedal wearing smooth (1.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass86,062 miles (+5,068)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    86,062 miles
    Test number
    676008951644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass80,994 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    80,994 miles
    Test number
    905418757390
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail80,994 miles (+4,488)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,994 miles
    Test number
    440555331152
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass76,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    76,506 miles
    Test number
    118020700201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail76,506 miles (+2,862)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,506 miles
    Test number
    600640994088
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  10. Pass73,644 miles (+2,093)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    73,644 miles
    Test number
    519431478420

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass71,551 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    71,551 miles
    Test number
    270974712179
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail71,551 miles (+5,106)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,551 miles
    Test number
    395932146747
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass66,445 miles (+7,321)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    66,445 miles
    Test number
    111132835812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,124 miles (+7,332)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    59,124 miles
    Test number
    671322805668
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front WEARING ON OUTER EDGE

  15. Pass51,792 miles (+6,896)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    51,792 miles
    Test number
    856963863138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,896 miles (+6,519)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    44,896 miles
    Test number
    377783107485
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre wearing on outer edge

  17. Pass38,377 miles (+5,866)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    38,377 miles
    Test number
    137427194235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass32,511 miles (+4,449)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    32,511 miles
    Test number
    759338893243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass28,062 miles (+4,897)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    28,062 miles
    Test number
    357497592423
    • NoteChild seat fitted centre rear not allowing full inspection of adult seat belt.

  20. Pass23,165 miles (+137)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    23,165 miles
    Test number
    476161391246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail23,028 miles (+3,780)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,028 miles
    Test number
    215437681278
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOuter front brake pads wearing low.

  22. Pass19,248 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    19,248 miles
    Test number
    813815190288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail19,246 miles (+4,421)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,246 miles
    Test number
    682874590289
    • FailureBrake pedal creeps down under servo assistance and touches the floor (3.3.C.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  24. Pass14,825 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    14,825 miles
    Test number
    431840909493
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront wipers split

  25. Fail14,825 miles (+4,616)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,825 miles
    Test number
    270530209390
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront wipers split

  26. Pass10,209 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    10,209 miles
    Test number
    420071808398
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on outer wall/

Questions about C8 GRL

Does C8 GRL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 GRL is valid until 28 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 GRL?
The MOT on C8 GRL is valid until 28 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 GRL done?
C8 GRL was recorded at 98,738 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 4,927 miles a year.
Has C8 GRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 GRL has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on C8 GRL ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on C8 GRL find?
C8 GRL passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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