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FG08 LSO

2008 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2021
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

189,980 mi
Last recorded189,980 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG08 LSO
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 27 Nov 2020 189,980 miles

Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))

Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play Both Sides (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension unit damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Mar 2019 108,638 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 98,310 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 88,117 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 76,657 miles

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

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

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

child seat fitted not allowing adult seat belt to be checked

Pass 9 Mar 2015 64,077 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 52,874 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2013 43,216 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 55,329 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 43,711 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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FG08 LSO is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FG08 LSO, 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 FG08 LSO registered?

FG08 LSO is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 25 March 2008.

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