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SM08 WBP

2008 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Mar 2022
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

79,976 mi
Last recorded79,976 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM08 WBP
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2021 79,976 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2021 79,886 miles

Offside Front Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Pass 17 Feb 2020 65,489 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess Slight corrosion (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2020 65,489 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/55/17 (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess Slight corrosion (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 56,656 miles

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

Pass 8 Mar 2018 47,851 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 33,472 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 25,047 miles
Pass 2 May 2015 22,129 miles

Misting of diesel on fuel tank but no visual leak

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Apr 2014 18,515 miles
Pass 2 May 2013 15,128 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 10,066 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2012 10,066 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 May 2011 7,351 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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SM08 WBP is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 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 SM08 WBP, 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 SM08 WBP registered?

SM08 WBP is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 May 2008.

Is SM08 WBP safe to buy?

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