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BN58 XGU

2008 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Oct 2019
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

99,629 mi
Last recorded99,629 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN58 XGU
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2018 99,629 miles

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

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

full under covers fitted and engine cover

Pass 14 Oct 2017 89,252 miles

Front Pads getting down

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

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

Fail 5 Aug 2017 86,229 miles

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

O/S/F CV boot has grease on it but cant see damage

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

Pass 9 Mar 2017 85,371 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2017 85,371 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Sep 2016 83,742 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2016 83,742 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 22 May 2015 64,822 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 May 2015 64,822 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 51,025 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 51,025 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 41,475 miles

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

Fail 6 Sep 2013 41,472 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 14 Sep 2012 32,936 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 27,652 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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BN58 XGU is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 BN58 XGU, 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 BN58 XGU registered?

BN58 XGU is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 16 September 2008.

Is BN58 XGU safe to buy?

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