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SO57 RYH

2008 Citroen C5

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Oct 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

119,951 mi
Last recorded119,951 miles
Recorded on12 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO57 RYH
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Oct 2018 119,951 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

undertrays fitted

Pass 6 Jun 2017 110,274 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 100,577 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2015 90,921 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2015 90,921 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 May 2014 85,274 miles
Fail 30 May 2014 85,268 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Pass 20 Nov 2012 74,186 miles

handbrake has excessive travel

Fail 20 Nov 2012 74,186 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)

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

front brake discs worn

handbrake has excessive travel

Pass 8 Oct 2011 57,156 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2011 43,703 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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SO57 RYH is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 SO57 RYH, 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 SO57 RYH registered?

SO57 RYH is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 January 2008.

Is SO57 RYH safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO57 RYH shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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