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HY58 MYG

2008 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Mar 2022
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

194,551 mi
Last recorded194,551 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY58 MYG
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Fail 17 Mar 2022 194,551 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 31 Mar 2021 193,596 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 29 Mar 2021 193,595 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Front Brake drum significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure both rear out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

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

parking brake 18%

Pass 19 Mar 2020 184,260 miles

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 161,422 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2019 161,120 miles

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 19 Mar 2018 139,393 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2018 139,392 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2017 116,356 miles

Emissions too clean to register

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Undertrays fitted

Fail 21 Mar 2017 116,356 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Emissions too clean to register

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Undertrays fitted

Pass 1 Apr 2016 97,330 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2016 97,330 miles

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

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Pass 4 Feb 2015 82,368 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2015 82,368 miles

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 20 Jan 2014 62,290 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2013 50,034 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Mar 2012 35,206 miles

Front brake discs are wearing thin

Front wipers are starting to smear but cleared screen at time of test.

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 26,182 miles

near side wiper smearing slightly

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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HY58 MYG is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 HY58 MYG, 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 HY58 MYG registered?

HY58 MYG is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 26 September 2008.

Is HY58 MYG safe to buy?

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