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WR58 PWV

2008 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

178,044 mi
Last recorded178,044 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR58 PWV
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2020 178,044 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Nov 2019 171,788 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 164,116 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2018 164,108 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2017 156,841 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2017 156,790 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2016 148,037 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2016 148,037 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 5 Nov 2015 139,727 miles

exhaust corroded

slight oil leak

slight play in osr anti roll bar link

Fail 5 Nov 2015 139,727 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

exhaust corroded

slight oil leak

slight play in osr anti roll bar link

Pass 7 Jan 2014
Pass 25 Jan 2013 11,404 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Oct 2011 84,994 miles

Oil leak

front plate slightly damaged

rear tyres stepping

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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WR58 PWV is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WR58 PWV, 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 WR58 PWV registered?

WR58 PWV is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 20 November 2008.

Is WR58 PWV safe to buy?

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