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BK58 DFD

2008 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Sep 2015
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,201 mi
Last recorded143,201 miles
Recorded on4 Sep 2014
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK58 DFD
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Sep 2014 143,201 miles

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

Pass 4 Sep 2013 122,222 miles

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

Fail 27 Aug 2013 122,110 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2012 100,651 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 78,243 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 23 Sep 2011 78,243 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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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BK58 DFD is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 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 BK58 DFD, 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 BK58 DFD registered?

BK58 DFD is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 24 September 2008.

Is BK58 DFD safe to buy?

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