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WK08 EXD

2008 Citroen C5

Beige Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jul 2019
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

126,948 mi
Last recorded126,948 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2018
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK08 EXD
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2018 126,948 miles

Dampness around rear suspension fluid canisters and unit

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jul 2017 119,972 miles

front and rear brake disc wearing thin

Pass 22 Jul 2016 97,835 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2016 97,835 miles

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2015 61,144 miles

front brake pads approx 75% worn.

Pass 22 Jul 2014 56,116 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2013 48,878 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2012 39,192 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 22 Jul 2011 29,350 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

front brake pads are worn low and discs are also worn with lip. advise replacement ASAP

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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WK08 EXD is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Beige with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 WK08 EXD, 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 WK08 EXD registered?

WK08 EXD is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 25 July 2008.

Is WK08 EXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK08 EXD shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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