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AO08 VJY

2008 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2024
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

128,829 mi
Last recorded128,829 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO08 VJY
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2023 128,829 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

under tray fitted

Fail 13 Feb 2023 128,829 miles

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

rear seat belts unable to check due to seat covers and personel items

Fail 6 Feb 2023 128,777 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Steering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

rear seat belts unable to check due to seat covers and personel items

Pass 4 Feb 2022 117,121 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak from power steering. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener from interior mirror. ()

Nearside door mirror does not auto return to correct position. (non obligatory mirror)

Fail 3 Feb 2022 117,114 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak from power steering. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Air freshener from interior mirror. ()

Nearside door mirror does not auto return to correct position. (non obligatory mirror)

Pass 7 Jan 2021 94,072 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2021 93,896 miles

Nearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 6 Nov 2019 82,825 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2018 78,915 miles
Fail 26 Oct 2018 78,861 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Oct 2017 72,308 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 63,275 miles

Nearside rear tyre deteriorated/small cuts

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 Oct 2015 54,784 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Fail 9 Oct 2015 54,784 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 9 May 2014 42,428 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 30 Apr 2014 42,365 miles

Offside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Power steering ram(s) leaking from a failed component (2.3.3b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 33,911 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 26,040 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 26,040 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 18,520 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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AO08 VJY is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AO08 VJY, 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.

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What year was AO08 VJY registered?

AO08 VJY is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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