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AV58 LWZ

2008 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2024
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

122,596 mi
Last recorded122,596 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV58 LWZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2023 122,596 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front - strong advise to change (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil strong advise change (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 22 Sep 2023 122,596 miles

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front - strong advise to change (5.3.2 (d))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil strong advise change (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 111,206 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front shockers (5.3.2 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2022 111,206 miles

Front Position lamp not working both front (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect bulb fitted incorrectly (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both front shockers (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Sep 2021 100,637 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2021 100,635 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play Unable to check due to binding/seized brake. (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 90,802 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2020 90,798 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 May 2019 75,423 miles
Fail 3 May 2019 75,423 miles

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 May 2018 62,573 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Fail 24 May 2018 62,573 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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

Pass 20 May 2017 48,653 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2016 48,002 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2015 46,165 miles

slight suspension fluid leak rear

Pass 13 Aug 2014 43,073 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2013 39,688 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Aug 2012 36,391 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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AV58 LWZ is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 AV58 LWZ, 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 AV58 LWZ registered?

AV58 LWZ is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 5 November 2008.

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