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SP08 GWE

2008 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Sep 2021
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

162,409 mi
Last recorded162,409 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP08 GWE
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 9 Sep 2019 162,409 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2015 132,210 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 128,126 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 123,557 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2012 117,353 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 108,248 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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)

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 GWE is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GWE, 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 GWE registered?

SP08 GWE is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 21 March 2008.

Is SP08 GWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP08 GWE shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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