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RJ08 KTK

2008 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Mar 2020
Tests14 (9 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate64.3%

Mileage

115,225 mi
Last recorded115,225 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ08 KTK
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 5 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2019 115,225 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2018 84,208 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Steering system slightly tight (2.2.D.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2017 82,264 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2017 82,264 miles

Headlamp aim too high both (1.8)

Pass 22 Jun 2016 79,318 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 76,858 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2015 76,858 miles

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

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 27 Jun 2014 70,154 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2014 70,154 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Jun 2013 64,035 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 56,479 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2012 56,479 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Jun 2011 45,505 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 45,505 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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RJ08 KTK is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.3%.

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 RJ08 KTK, 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 RJ08 KTK registered?

RJ08 KTK is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 27 June 2008.

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