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NV58 XLD

2008 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2016
Tests10 (6 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

67,966 mi
Last recorded67,966 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2015
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNV58 XLD
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

6 pass 4 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2015 67,966 miles

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

Fail 26 Aug 2015 67,966 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Aug 2014 60,601 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 60,581 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2013 51,325 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres scrubbed off on both edges

Fail 23 Aug 2013 51,325 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres scrubbed off on both edges

Pass 18 Aug 2012 60,439 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 18 Aug 2012 60,439 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 May 2012 32,521 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 27,573 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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NV58 XLD 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 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 NV58 XLD, 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 NV58 XLD registered?

NV58 XLD is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 5 September 2008.

Is NV58 XLD safe to buy?

The MOT history for NV58 XLD 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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