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SH08 OHY

2008 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

129,998 mi
Last recorded129,998 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH08 OHY
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2018 129,998 miles

Emissions not detected by smoke head, engine runs too clean.

Pass 4 May 2017 69,480 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak ()

covers and under trays.

Fail 4 May 2017 69,480 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak ()

covers and under trays.

Pass 12 May 2016 68,863 miles

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Apr 2016 68,860 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Undertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Apr 2014 58,499 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 47,861 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2013 47,780 miles

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

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2012 37,492 miles

nearside front wiper blade deteriorated

Pass 25 Apr 2011 27,770 miles

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

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

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

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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SH08 OHY is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Black with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 SH08 OHY, 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 SH08 OHY registered?

SH08 OHY is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 April 2008.

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