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CK08 TXY

2008 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

194,403 mi
Last recorded194,403 miles
Recorded on27 May 2016
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK08 TXY
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 May 2016 194,403 miles
Fail 27 May 2016 194,403 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2015 179,554 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside outer side light not working

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 26 May 2015 179,336 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside outer side light not working

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 17 May 2014 151,276 miles

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

Fail 17 May 2014 151,276 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Pass 21 May 2013 128,506 miles
Fail 16 May 2013 127,932 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 30 May 2012 104,002 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2011 79,224 miles

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

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

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

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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CK08 TXY is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 CK08 TXY, 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 CK08 TXY registered?

CK08 TXY is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is CK08 TXY safe to buy?

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