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FL08 DXS

2008 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

114,537 mi
Last recorded114,537 miles
Recorded on29 Apr 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL08 DXS
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Apr 2026 114,537 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2026 114,536 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 May 2025 110,722 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 107,835 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Service brake binding but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Apr 2023 102,865 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 3 May 2022 99,868 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Apr 2021 94,721 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2021 94,721 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 6 May 2020 91,900 miles
Fail 6 May 2020 91,900 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2019 90,627 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2018 89,585 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2017 83,492 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 80,342 miles

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

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

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 17 Mar 2015 75,757 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2015 75,757 miles

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

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

Fail 18 Mar 2014 69,570 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Mar 2014 69,570 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2013 59,747 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 49,597 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 38,009 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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FL08 DXS is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 FL08 DXS, 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 FL08 DXS registered?

FL08 DXS is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is FL08 DXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 DXS shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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