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YA08 AYP

2008 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

132,428 mi
Last recorded132,428 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA08 AYP
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2020 132,428 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 124,334 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2018 113,807 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 110,866 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 102,204 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2015 92,625 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2015 92,625 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2014 82,785 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2013 73,034 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 64,433 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2012 64,433 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Fail 6 Jul 2011 64,021 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 6 Jul 2011 64,021 miles

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

Offside Front 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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YA08 AYP is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 YA08 AYP, 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 YA08 AYP registered?

YA08 AYP is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 11 July 2008.

Is YA08 AYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA08 AYP shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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