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SP08 BSP

2008 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

86,517 mi
Last recorded86,517 miles
Recorded on7 May 2025
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP08 BSP
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2025 86,517 miles

Nearside Rear tyre distorted on inner edge

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

Pass 2 May 2024 82,589 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tread distorting (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 1 Feb 2023 80,434 miles
Fail 1 Feb 2023 80,434 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2022 76,646 miles
Fail 25 Jan 2022 76,646 miles

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

Pass 19 Jan 2021 72,929 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2020 71,208 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Jan 2019 68,108 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 64,834 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2018 64,834 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)

Pass 18 Jan 2017 59,361 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2016 53,369 miles

child seat fitted on offside rear, seat belt not checked

Fail 19 Jan 2016 53,367 miles

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

child seat fitted on offside rear, seat belt not checked

Pass 27 Jan 2015 48,428 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

boot full

Pass 30 Jan 2014 36,749 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 32,968 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 27,524 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 22,165 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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SP08 BSP is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 SP08 BSP, 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 SP08 BSP registered?

SP08 BSP is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 19 May 2008.

Is SP08 BSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP08 BSP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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