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RE08 LTF

2008 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Oct 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

83,582 mi
Last recorded83,582 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE08 LTF
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2023 83,582 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

under tray has damadge

Pass 10 Oct 2022 77,048 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Oct 2021 73,598 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2020 68,896 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Oct 2020 68,896 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2019 60,198 miles
Pass 5 May 2018 55,125 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 May 2017 49,373 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 43,809 miles

front to rear under trays fitted

Pass 9 May 2015 37,693 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 1 May 2014 30,535 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Apr 2013 25,713 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 21,613 miles
Fail 1 May 2012 21,613 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 5 May 2011 16,478 miles

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

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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RE08 LTF is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 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 RE08 LTF, 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 RE08 LTF registered?

RE08 LTF is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 15 May 2008.

Is RE08 LTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE08 LTF shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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