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CX58 LBU

2008 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Dec 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

68,593 mi
Last recorded68,593 miles
Recorded on5 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX58 LBU
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Dec 2025 68,593 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2024 68,008 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced general underside age related surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

under trays and covers fitted masking some testable items

Pass 14 Dec 2023 68,001 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced extensive general underside surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

under trays and covers fitted masking some testable items

Fail 14 Dec 2023 68,001 miles

Headlamp aim too low both fronts (4.1.2 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced extensive general underside surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

under trays and covers fitted masking some testable items

Pass 7 Nov 2022 67,128 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 65,419 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2020 64,067 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2020 64,027 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both front tyres slight cracking in tread

Pass 28 Nov 2019 62,652 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 27 Nov 2019 62,652 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) light intensity significantly reduced (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 5 Nov 2018 61,219 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2017 59,147 miles

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

Pass 9 Nov 2016 56,775 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2015 53,857 miles

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)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 50,472 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2013 47,092 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 41,870 miles

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

Pass 5 Dec 2011 33,081 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2011 29,572 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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CX58 LBU is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 CX58 LBU, 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 CX58 LBU registered?

CX58 LBU is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 1 September 2008.

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