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SJ58 WLK

2008 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Mar 2019
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

187,695 mi
Last recorded187,695 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ58 WLK
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2018 187,695 miles

Central Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 2 Mar 2018 187,695 miles

Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Rear Suspension has inadequate clearance with the bump stop (2.4.A.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Power steering malfunctioning (2.3.3a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Nov 2016 176,654 miles

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

all tyre pressures look low

Fail 22 Nov 2016 176,652 miles

Central Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Steering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front tyre worn on edges

Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

all tyre pressures look low

Pass 30 Oct 2015 172,867 miles

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN ON EDGES

O/S FRONT TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE

O/S REAR TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE

Fail 30 Oct 2015 172,867 miles

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.3.1)

Seat belt retracting mechanism defective CENTRE REAR (5.2.5b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid OFFSIDE (8.2.3)

N/S FRONT TYRE PRESSURE LOOKS LOW

NAIL IN NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE

NEARSIDE FRONT TYRE WORN ON EDGES

O/S FRONT TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE

O/S REAR TYRE WORN ON INNER EDGE

Pass 28 Aug 2014 165,198 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 156,251 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Offside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 7 Aug 2013 156,251 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Offside Front Wheel insecure (4.2.A.1c)

REar pads getting low

Slight play off side steering track arm,

off side front tyre has a nail in it

Pass 8 Dec 2011 134,964 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2011 129,639 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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SJ58 WLK is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 SJ58 WLK, 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 SJ58 WLK registered?

SJ58 WLK is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 September 2008.

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