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HW08 FHJ

2008 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2021
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,197 mi
Last recorded111,197 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW08 FHJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2019 111,197 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2018 98,295 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 77,078 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres worn slightly on edges

engine covers and under trays fitted, limiting view

Fail 15 Mar 2016 76,942 miles

Brake linkage has abnormal movement of levers indicating maladjustment parking brake lever, excess free play (3.5.1f)

Front position lamp(s) not working o/s and n/s front (1.1.A.3b)

front brake binding o/s and n/s front brakes, after parking brake applied and released (3.7.B.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear tyres worn slightly on edges

engine covers and under trays fitted, limiting view

parking brake performance 17%, mot pass mark 16%,, recommend check

Pass 9 Mar 2015 68,358 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2014 58,907 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 47,537 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Offside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nearside front sensor wires broken (possible brake pad sensor)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 36,559 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2012 36,559 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

rear brake pads low.service is due.nsr tyre out of shape starting to block on the inner edge

Pass 11 Mar 2011 25,968 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)

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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HW08 FHJ is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc 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 HW08 FHJ, 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 HW08 FHJ registered?

HW08 FHJ is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 15 March 2008.

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