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WU58 VFV

2008 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

78,006 mi
Last recorded78,006 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2024
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU58 VFV
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2024 78,006 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 69,375 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2022 63,779 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 60,049 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2021 60,033 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 14 Oct 2020 59,823 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 59,318 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 58,842 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 55,465 miles

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

Pass 26 Aug 2014 52,405 miles

nearside front tyre 3mm

Pass 16 Aug 2013 45,575 miles

both rear tyres 3mm

Pass 21 Aug 2012 38,480 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 29,708 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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WU58 VFV is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 WU58 VFV, 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

How do I check the history of WU58 VFV?

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What year was WU58 VFV registered?

WU58 VFV is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 15 September 2008.

Is WU58 VFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU58 VFV shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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