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BG58 SHZ

2008 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

129,836 mi
Last recorded129,836 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2015
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG58 SHZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2015 129,836 miles

Coolant level below minimum mark

O/S/R seat belt stalk has been repaired using tape.

Oil leak from engine compartment

Fail 29 Dec 2015 129,836 miles

Coolant level below minimum mark

O/S/R seat belt stalk has been repaired using tape.

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak from engine compartment

Pass 5 Jan 2015 95,689 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

dashboard displays depolution fault

Fail 14 Aug 2014 91,391 miles

EML on

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brake discs slightly lipped and worn

rear brake discs slightly lipped and worn

Pass 14 Aug 2014 91,391 miles

EML on

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front brake discs slightly lipped and worn

rear brake discs slightly lipped and worn

Pass 14 Aug 2013 84,083 miles

EML light lit at time of test

engine makes a horrible noise on the overrun from revving

offside rear seat belt catch outer body seperated

slight damage to screen

Pass 25 Jul 2012 61,367 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outter sill covers fitted

Fail 2 Nov 2011 51,896 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 51,896 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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BG58 SHZ is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 BG58 SHZ, 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 BG58 SHZ registered?

BG58 SHZ is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 18 December 2008.

Is BG58 SHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG58 SHZ shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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