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HV58 XRA

2008 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2016
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

119,889 mi
Last recorded119,889 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2015
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHV58 XRA
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2015 119,889 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 115,491 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 115,491 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 6 Sep 2013 105,916 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 101,187 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 101,187 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2011 97,989 miles

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

Offside rear tyre slightly misshaped and has a nail in it

Rear brake discs slightly worn

Fail 14 Sep 2011 97,989 miles

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

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside rear tyre slightly misshaped and has a nail in it

Rear brake discs slightly worn

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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HV58 XRA is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 HV58 XRA, 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 HV58 XRA registered?

HV58 XRA is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 17 October 2008.

Is HV58 XRA safe to buy?

The MOT history for HV58 XRA shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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