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WM57 LBF

2008 Citroen C5

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2023
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

127,625 mi
Last recorded127,625 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2022
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM57 LBF
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2022 127,625 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2021 123,650 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2021 123,650 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Feb 2020 121,385 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2019 115,537 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 14 Feb 2018 109,055 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2018 109,055 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Pass 30 Jan 2017 100,478 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2016 90,655 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 21 Jan 2016 90,564 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 9 Feb 2015 82,030 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 Feb 2014 71,179 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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 6 Feb 2013 60,401 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2012 50,956 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2011 39,334 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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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WM57 LBF is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 WM57 LBF, 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 WM57 LBF registered?

WM57 LBF is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 18 February 2008.

Is WM57 LBF safe to buy?

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