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HK08 RMV

2008 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2022
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

159,292 mi
Last recorded159,292 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHK08 RMV
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2021 159,292 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage by rack (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 145,634 miles

Central Rear Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high level (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipes into steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 31 May 2018 135,679 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 125,743 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 111,790 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2015 111,787 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 24 Nov 2014 96,434 miles

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

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner tread slight

Pass 10 Sep 2013 78,075 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2013 78,075 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 7 Sep 2012 64,878 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 64,878 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2011 54,637 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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HK08 RMV is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 HK08 RMV, 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 HK08 RMV registered?

HK08 RMV is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 18 August 2008.

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