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GU58 UFW

2008 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

148,398 mi
Last recorded148,398 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU58 UFW
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2018 148,398 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Feb 2017 142,977 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2017 142,825 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' mirror hangings (8.3.1e)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner treads (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Feb 2016 134,669 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2015 127,061 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 116,809 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 86,477 miles
Fail 1 May 2013 86,477 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2012 56,033 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2011 49,189 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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GU58 UFW is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GU58 UFW, 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 GU58 UFW registered?

GU58 UFW is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is GU58 UFW safe to buy?

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