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FL08 SNN

2008 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,953 mi
Last recorded71,953 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 8 Feb 2023 71,953 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Offside front brake shows evidence of having been hot

Oil leak

Pass 11 Feb 2022 68,074 miles

slight oil leak on engine

Pass 5 Feb 2021 63,568 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front play in steering rack

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 5 Feb 2020 61,560 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 31 Jan 2019 56,401 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 50,434 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2017 44,620 miles

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

Nearside Rear cracking

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

oil leak

Pass 8 Feb 2016 37,805 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2015 33,809 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 28,643 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre slightly out off shape

offside rear tyre slightly out off shape

Pass 7 Feb 2013 23,924 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside rear tyre feathering on the edges

Pass 10 Feb 2012 20,172 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 15,445 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 SNN is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 FL08 SNN, 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 SNN registered?

FL08 SNN is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 19 March 2008.

Is FL08 SNN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL08 SNN shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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