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PJ08 UJM

2008 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Aug 2017
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

94,523 mi
Last recorded94,523 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2016
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ08 UJM
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Aug 2016 94,523 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage pump to rack (2.3.3b)

Fail 16 Aug 2016 94,523 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint drop link (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear disc shows signs of overheating

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage pump to rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 11 Jul 2015 82,708 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 71,656 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 71,656 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 58,577 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2013 58,535 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 23 May 2012 43,914 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 37,306 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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PJ08 UJM is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PJ08 UJM, 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 PJ08 UJM registered?

PJ08 UJM is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 26 April 2008.

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The MOT history for PJ08 UJM shows 9 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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