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PX08 XTD

2008 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

136,696 mi
Last recorded136,696 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX08 XTD
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2019 136,696 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 136,696 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 130,302 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2018 130,298 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp are incorrectly positioned (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Jun 2017 115,784 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2016 105,912 miles

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

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front and rear (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Jul 2015 96,474 miles

n/s/r tyre cut in side walll not deep enouth to reach ply or cords

Pass 17 Jul 2014 80,348 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2014 73,867 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 73,858 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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)

Pass 22 Mar 2013 54,536 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2013 54,038 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 41,239 miles

n/s/r brake pad worn low .

Pass 30 Mar 2011 29,072 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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PX08 XTD is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 PX08 XTD, 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 PX08 XTD registered?

PX08 XTD is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 27 March 2008.

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The MOT history for PX08 XTD shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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