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KM08 VMC

2008 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

200,993 mi
Last recorded200,993 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM08 VMC
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 200,993 miles

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

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

Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2024 170,947 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides ()

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

Pass 20 Oct 2023 148,407 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2022 123,937 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 24 Jun 2022 123,937 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 6 Jul 2021 114,951 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2020 111,658 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 107,182 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 102,159 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 96,453 miles

Both front Tyres worn on inner edge

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

Pass 20 Jun 2016 86,791 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 76,129 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 16 Jun 2014 65,746 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2013 50,666 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 29 Jun 2012 39,635 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 39,628 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2011 30,213 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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KM08 VMC is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 KM08 VMC, 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 KM08 VMC registered?

KM08 VMC is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 14 July 2008.

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