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PK08 UPT

2008 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

202,158 mi
Last recorded202,158 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK08 UPT
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2021 202,158 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine and under covers fitted thus not alowing full inspection

Fail 15 Apr 2021 202,158 miles

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine and under covers fitted thus not alowing full inspection

Pass 24 Mar 2020 187,341 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 167,742 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2019 167,730 miles

Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))

Fail 12 Mar 2019 167,546 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp not working on main beam both (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper insecurely mounted and braking performance affected anti rattle spring missing (1.1.16 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Position lamp incorrect colour both (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 153,889 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2017 139,573 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Mar 2016 129,626 miles

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 119,499 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 5 Jun 2014 112,111 miles

Both rear tyres uneven treadwear on inside edges

Front brake discs and pads wearing slightly low

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 112,111 miles

Both rear tyres uneven treadwear on inside edges

Front brake discs and pads wearing slightly low

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Jun 2013 100,540 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2012 87,307 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 Jun 2012 87,307 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 17 Jun 2011 69,382 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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PK08 UPT is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 PK08 UPT, 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 PK08 UPT registered?

PK08 UPT is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 20 July 2008.

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