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SL08 YTK

2008 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2024
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

125,391 mi
Last recorded125,391 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL08 YTK
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2023 125,391 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jun 2023 125,390 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 123,130 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 118,820 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2021 118,820 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2021 118,527 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2020 113,279 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2020 113,279 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 107,100 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2019 107,099 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jul 2018 103,160 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2018 103,160 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

Pass 10 Apr 2018 102,127 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2017 96,775 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 5 Apr 2016 91,303 miles

oil leak

Pass 19 Apr 2015 84,876 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2014 77,184 miles

Oil leak

n/s/r hand brake cable insecure in its housing

Fail 28 Jul 2014 77,184 miles

Nearside Front 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) DANGEROUS

Oil leak

n/s/r hand brake cable insecure in its housing

Pass 29 Jul 2013 69,770 miles

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

Fail 25 Jul 2013 69,768 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2012 54,115 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 41,161 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 YTK is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 SL08 YTK, 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 SL08 YTK registered?

SL08 YTK is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 29 April 2008.

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