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PF08 KCG

2008 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2019
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

203,110 mi
Last recorded203,110 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF08 KCG
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 May 2018 203,110 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 12 May 2018 203,110 miles

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

Front position lamp(s) not working All (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Pass 20 May 2017 180,166 miles
Fail 20 May 2017 180,166 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 May 2016 163,684 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 89,650 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2014 81,451 miles

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)

boath front tyres wearing inner and outer edges

Pass 5 Jun 2013 71,094 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 59,448 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Jul 2011 49,015 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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PF08 KCG is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Blue 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 PF08 KCG, 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 PF08 KCG registered?

PF08 KCG is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 27 August 2008.

Is PF08 KCG safe to buy?

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