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BP08 VJU

2008 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2024
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

104,588 mi
Last recorded104,588 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP08 VJU
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2023 104,588 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2022 98,637 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive rack area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2022 98,637 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive rack area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 92,202 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 90,288 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2019 85,164 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2018 80,500 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 75,761 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 70,511 miles

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

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 67,712 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2013 61,910 miles

sills and underbody have covers unable to fully check condition

Fail 17 Dec 2012 54,859 miles

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

sills and underbody have covers unable to fully check condition

Pass 17 Dec 2012 54,859 miles

sills and underbody have covers unable to fully check condition

Pass 8 Aug 2012 52,390 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 39,866 miles

NO EMISSIONS DETECTED

Fail 11 Aug 2011 39,608 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

NO EMISSIONS DETECTED

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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BP08 VJU is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc 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 BP08 VJU, 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 BP08 VJU registered?

BP08 VJU is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 19 August 2008.

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