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SL08 XZM

2008 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2017
Tests12 (6 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

79,226 mi
Last recorded79,226 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2016
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL08 XZM
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2016 79,226 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear (3.5.1i)

oil leak

Fail 31 Oct 2016 79,226 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear (3.5.1i)

oil leak

Pass 5 Oct 2015 73,257 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2015 73,257 miles

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

Offside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

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

Fail 3 Oct 2015 73,253 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm o/s/r (4.1.E.1)

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened n/s/r (3.5.1i)

Pass 16 Aug 2014 67,034 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2013 60,469 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2013 60,464 miles

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

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

Fail 29 Jul 2013 60,455 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 50,825 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2012 50,825 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 34,366 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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SL08 XZM is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 SL08 XZM, 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 SL08 XZM registered?

SL08 XZM is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 25 April 2008.

Is SL08 XZM safe to buy?

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