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BN58 XGX

2008 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

118,301 mi
Last recorded118,301 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN58 XGX
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2023 118,301 miles

Coolant bottle empty

Rear section exhaust heat shield insecure

Suspect power steering fluid leak. Unable to inspect due to under trays fitted

Pass 25 Aug 2022 106,897 miles

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

Park brake 18% only

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Aug 2022 106,897 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Park brake 18% only

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2021 97,045 miles

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

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

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

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

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Fail 24 Aug 2021 97,045 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

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

Rear exhaust heat shield insecure

Pass 8 Jul 2020 89,588 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2019 77,442 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2018 67,179 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2017 57,594 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2016 54,634 miles

Engine covers and under shields fitted obscuring some components

Pass 11 Sep 2015 49,485 miles

Engine covers and under sheilds fitted obscuring some components

Pass 29 Aug 2014 43,674 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 2 Sep 2013 39,093 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Sep 2013 39,093 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Sep 2012 34,970 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 15 Sep 2011 29,921 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 XGX is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 BN58 XGX, 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 XGX registered?

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

Is BN58 XGX safe to buy?

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