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FX08 XNT

2008 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2018
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

102,791 mi
Last recorded102,791 miles
Recorded on17 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX08 XNT
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 May 2017 102,791 miles

Offside front tyre outer side wall damaged slightly

Under trays and engine compartment covers fitted at time of test

Pass 20 May 2016 95,617 miles

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

Under trays fitted at time of test

Pass 27 May 2015 87,554 miles
Fail 14 May 2015 87,551 miles

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

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Rear Brake cable locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 19 Nov 2014 80,636 miles

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

Front Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

o/s/f flexi brake hose contaminated/chipped

Fail 14 Nov 2014 80,377 miles

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

o/s/f flexi brake hose contaminated/chipped

Pass 22 Nov 2013 59,128 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 50,658 miles

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)

Fail 18 Mar 2013 50,658 miles

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)

Offside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 38,965 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 38,925 miles

Offside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Pass 18 Mar 2011 27,822 miles

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

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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FX08 XNT is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FX08 XNT, 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 FX08 XNT registered?

FX08 XNT is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 27 March 2008.

Is FX08 XNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX08 XNT shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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