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AU58 WUY

2008 Citroen C5

White Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

68,744 mi
Last recorded68,744 miles
Recorded on28 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU58 WUY
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Nov 2023 68,744 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 65,505 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2022 65,505 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Nov 2021 62,289 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 58,642 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2020 58,642 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 54,778 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Nov 2019 54,725 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear Suspension pipe leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Nov 2018 50,534 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 46,591 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 10 Nov 2016 42,673 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2015 39,121 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2014 33,955 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 29,472 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 24,868 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 19,271 miles

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

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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AU58 WUY is a 2008 Citroen C5 in White with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AU58 WUY, 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

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What year was AU58 WUY registered?

AU58 WUY is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 26 November 2008.

Is AU58 WUY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU58 WUY shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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