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RV08 FJE

2008 Citroen C5

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Mar 2018
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

79,272 mi
Last recorded79,272 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2017
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV08 FJE
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2017 79,272 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2017 79,200 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 68,125 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2015 47,007 miles

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)

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

offside rear tyre wearing low

Pass 8 Feb 2014 33,893 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 29,237 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 23,514 miles

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

Fail 14 Mar 2012 23,514 miles

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 8 Apr 2011 16,288 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 16,242 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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RV08 FJE is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RV08 FJE, 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 RV08 FJE registered?

RV08 FJE is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 11 March 2008.

Is RV08 FJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RV08 FJE shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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