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BV58 BDZ

2008 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2015
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

103,271 mi
Last recorded103,271 miles
Recorded on20 May 2014
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV58 BDZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2014 103,271 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

flexi hose suspension pipe at rear furrels corroded

Pass 25 May 2013 85,563 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 31 May 2012 76,974 miles
Fail 22 May 2012 76,974 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 71,912 miles

front brake pads worn close to limits

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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BV58 BDZ is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BV58 BDZ, 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 BV58 BDZ registered?

BV58 BDZ is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is BV58 BDZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BV58 BDZ shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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