MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
111,197 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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
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
Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
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)
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
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?
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Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
Is HW08 FHJ safe to buy?
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