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YR08 YBG

2008 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Nov 2022
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

137,116 mi
Last recorded137,116 miles
Recorded on18 Nov 2021
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR08 YBG
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Nov 2021 137,116 miles
Pass 20 May 2019 135,884 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

UNDERTRAYS

Pass 2 May 2018 134,113 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 134,113 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) obviously incorrectly positioned dipped beam (1.1.A.3a)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 131,406 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2016 127,879 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 114,904 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 27 Feb 2015 114,904 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 9 Mar 2014 101,411 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 88,099 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

The rear brake discs showing some wear.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2012 79,712 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2011 68,804 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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YR08 YBG is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 YR08 YBG, 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 YR08 YBG registered?

YR08 YBG is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 19 April 2008.

Is YR08 YBG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YR08 YBG shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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