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BK08 CEA

2008 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2019
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,145 mi
Last recorded50,145 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK08 CEA
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 15 Sep 2018 50,145 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 36,591 miles

diesel emission tested but no reading recorded.

Pass 13 Sep 2016 29,027 miles

diesel emission tested but no reading recorded.

Pass 16 Sep 2015 18,263 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2015 17,496 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2014 15,925 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2013 13,908 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f strut damp at bottom

Pass 8 Mar 2012 11,880 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 9,717 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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BK08 CEA is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BK08 CEA, 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

How do I check the history of BK08 CEA?

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What year was BK08 CEA registered?

BK08 CEA is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is BK08 CEA safe to buy?

The MOT history for BK08 CEA shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BK08 CEA have outstanding finance?

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