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FH08 URX

2008 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jan 2027
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

142,899 mi
Last recorded142,899 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH08 URX
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2025 142,899 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2024 137,252 miles
Pass 26 Dec 2023 130,586 miles
Pass 27 Dec 2022 120,056 miles
Pass 29 Dec 2021 109,745 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2021 104,321 miles

Front Tyres worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 16 Jan 2020 100,815 miles

Nearside Front Tyre wearing on outer edge

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jan 2019 95,740 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 85,706 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 12 Jan 2017 82,796 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 82,796 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 74,343 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2015 60,894 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2014 46,217 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 30,779 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 11 Jan 2012 15,938 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 12,742 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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FH08 URX is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FH08 URX, 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 FH08 URX registered?

FH08 URX is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is FH08 URX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH08 URX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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