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WU58 VGM

2008 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 2720cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2021
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

148,201 mi
Last recorded148,201 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU58 VGM
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,720cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2020 148,201 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2020 148,187 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Pass 28 Nov 2019 148,136 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2019 148,136 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear 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))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Oct 2018 140,590 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases injector (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2017 129,960 miles

engine warning lamp present

Fail 7 Nov 2017 129,960 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

engine warning lamp present

Pass 15 Nov 2016 121,239 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2015 107,721 miles

Both rear tyres wearing inner tread area

Pass 22 Oct 2014 89,775 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 74,257 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2012 59,360 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2012 59,360 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 Nov 2011 26,930 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 26,930 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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WU58 VGM is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Black with a 2,720cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 WU58 VGM, 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 VGM?

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What year was WU58 VGM registered?

WU58 VGM is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 21 November 2008.

Is WU58 VGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU58 VGM shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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