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FN58 VHY

2008 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2016
Tests4 (2 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

122,238 mi
Last recorded122,238 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2015
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN58 VHY
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

2 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2015 122,238 miles

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

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

Fail 7 Sep 2015 122,238 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Fail 28 Aug 2015 122,234 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 63,878 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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FN58 VHY is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 FN58 VHY, 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 FN58 VHY registered?

FN58 VHY is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is FN58 VHY safe to buy?

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