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HJ08 PHO

2008 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Feb 2017
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

208,808 mi
Last recorded208,808 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2016
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ08 PHO
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2016 208,808 miles

o/s front inner wing cover insecure

Fail 4 Feb 2016 208,808 miles

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

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Fluid suspension leaking pipes insecure (2.4.D.2)

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

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

o/s front inner wing cover insecure

Pass 26 May 2015 191,685 miles
Fail 22 May 2015 191,685 miles

Nearside Front Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Fail 9 Jan 2015 181,262 miles

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

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

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

n/s/r brake binding

Pass 9 Jan 2015 181,262 miles

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

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

n/s/r brake binding

Pass 10 Jan 2014 143,436 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Jan 2013 103,687 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 64,902 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 30,566 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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HJ08 PHO is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 HJ08 PHO, 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 HJ08 PHO registered?

HJ08 PHO is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 28 March 2008.

Is HJ08 PHO safe to buy?

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