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YA08 FWP

2008 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

106,465 mi
Last recorded106,465 miles
Recorded on26 Feb 2020
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYA08 FWP
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Feb 2020 106,465 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2019 105,613 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four due to standing may clean up with use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 21 Jan 2019 105,613 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four due to standing may clean up with use (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier carrier insecure (4.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 101,299 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 4 Jan 2018 101,299 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 21 Sep 2016 88,637 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 78,963 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 69,206 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2014 69,206 miles

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

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2013 58,832 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 48,649 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2011 37,682 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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YA08 FWP is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FWP, 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 FWP registered?

YA08 FWP is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is YA08 FWP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YA08 FWP shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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