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YY58 FML

2008 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2020
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

115,890 mi
Last recorded115,890 miles
Recorded on9 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Citroen C581,947 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYY58 FML
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2019 115,890 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Parking (secondary brake) grabbing slightly (1.3.1 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2018 100,234 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 95,559 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 93,702 miles

7 pin trailer socket fitted

Nearside Rear 3/3/3

Nearside Rear has nail in tyre

Offside Rear has nail in tread

item removed prior to test

under trays fitted

Fail 15 Feb 2016 93,700 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

7 pin trailer socket fitted

Nearside Rear 3/3/3

Nearside Rear has nail in tyre

Offside Rear has nail in tread

item removed prior to test

under trays fitted

Pass 6 Feb 2015 74,147 miles

Offside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2014 54,432 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2014 54,432 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear brakes squeaking.

Pass 11 Oct 2012 45,133 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Oct 2011 31,523 miles

Underbody covers fitted restricting view of some components.

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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YY58 FML is a 2008 Citroen C5 in Black with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 YY58 FML, 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 YY58 FML registered?

YY58 FML is a 2008 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 October 2008.

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