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KO08 AAX

2008 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2017
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

108,830 mi
Last recorded108,830 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2016
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKO08 AAX
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2016 108,830 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs (3.5.1i)

Fail 8 Mar 2016 108,592 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front discs (3.5.1i)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 102,180 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 89,932 miles

o/s headlamp has condensation inside beeam pattern ok

wipers worn

Fail 22 May 2014 89,932 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

o/s headlamp has condensation inside beeam pattern ok

wipers worn

Fail 14 Jun 2013 74,687 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

both rear tyres worn unevenly and n/s/r has a slight cut towards outside of tread no core exposed

n/s/f tyre wearing more on outer edge

o/s/f headlamp misted inside but beam pattern ok

Pass 14 Jun 2013 74,687 miles

both rear tyres worn unevenly and n/s/r has a slight cut towards outside of tread no core exposed

n/s/f tyre wearing more on outer edge

o/s/f headlamp misted inside but beam pattern ok

Fail 12 Jun 2012 58,142 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

o/s headlamp has moisture inside but beam pattern ok

Pass 12 Jun 2012 58,142 miles

o/s headlamp has moisture inside but beam pattern ok

Pass 7 Jun 2011 43,491 miles

Nearside 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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KO08 AAX is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 KO08 AAX, 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 KO08 AAX registered?

KO08 AAX is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 June 2008.

Is KO08 AAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KO08 AAX shows 10 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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