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BT08 AZU

2008 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

146,301 mi
Last recorded146,301 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2016
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT08 AZU
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2016 146,301 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

gear box oil leak

n/s/r shock leak

under body complete has trays

Pass 3 Apr 2015 136,495 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 12 Feb 2014 122,334 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2014 122,334 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 13 Feb 2013 111,830 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2012 99,052 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2011 79,654 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2011 79,654 miles

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

Offside Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

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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BT08 AZU is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BT08 AZU, 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 BT08 AZU registered?

BT08 AZU is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is BT08 AZU safe to buy?

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