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RF08 YKJ

2008 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

115,624 mi
Last recorded115,624 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF08 YKJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 115,624 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 106,324 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front caliper cooling duct missing

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 19 Jun 2025 106,320 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front caliper cooling duct missing

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 10 Jun 2024 98,816 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jun 2023 93,025 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2022 88,381 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2021 84,670 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 18 Jun 2021 84,665 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Jun 2020 81,842 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Jun 2019 77,101 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 73,544 miles

Both Front tyres are wearing close to the legal tread depth limit.(2mm)

Fail 19 Jun 2018 73,544 miles

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Both Front tyres are wearing close to the legal tread depth limit.(2mm)

Pass 14 Jun 2017 67,588 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2017 67,588 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 Jun 2016 63,369 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2015 57,840 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 50,716 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2014 50,716 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jun 2013 45,568 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 38,717 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2012 38,717 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2011 30,066 miles

rear tyres getting low

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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RF08 YKJ is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 RF08 YKJ, 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 RF08 YKJ registered?

RF08 YKJ is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 June 2008.

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