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FL58 YEB

2008 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Dec 2020
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

116,421 mi
Last recorded116,421 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL58 YEB
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2019 116,421 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 19 Jan 2018 109,154 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2018 109,154 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2017 102,413 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2017 102,413 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 13 Jan 2016 90,521 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit ALL FOUR TYRES ARE VERY CLOSE TO LEGAL LIMIT (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jan 2015 80,264 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2015 80,262 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2013 66,279 miles

n/s rear tyre has had puncture repair plug to close to inner edge

Fail 18 Jul 2013 66,279 miles

Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated (8.4.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

n/s rear tyre has had puncture repair plug to close to inner edge

Fail 30 May 2013 65,372 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 20 Dec 2011 39,233 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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FL58 YEB is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FL58 YEB, 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 FL58 YEB registered?

FL58 YEB is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 21 November 2008.

Is FL58 YEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL58 YEB shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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