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FG58 ZFO

2008 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

86,987 mi
Last recorded86,987 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG58 ZFO
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2017 86,987 miles

both front tyres getting low

Fail 28 Mar 2017 86,987 miles

Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Central Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Stop lamp not working some play front drop links (1.2.1b)

both front tyres getting low

Pass 9 Apr 2016 67,613 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2016 67,613 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 27 Mar 2015 56,415 miles

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

Pass 11 Apr 2014 49,555 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2013 43,197 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2012 35,965 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Feb 2011 23,676 miles

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

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Feb 2010 3,924 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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FG58 ZFO is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 FG58 ZFO, 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 FG58 ZFO registered?

FG58 ZFO is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 12 November 2008.

Is FG58 ZFO safe to buy?

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