2008 Citroen C5 2.0L Diesel · SY08 XEG
2008 Citroen C5 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31 May 2008. Recorded mileage 200,429 miles. MOT expired on 02 Jan 2026.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C5
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Inverness
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 02 Jan 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 200,429 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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SY08 XEG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 03/01/2025
- 200,429 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SY08 XEG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2008 Citroen C5 (SY08 XEG) between December 2021 and January 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 03 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
SY08 XEG Mileage History
- 13/12/2021293,829 mi
- 21/12/2022191,929 mi-101,900 mi
- 28/11/2023197,427 mi+5,498 mi
- 03/01/2025200,429 mi+3,002 mi
- 03/01/2025200,429 mi
Average of roughly -30,538 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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Known faults for Citroën Citroën C5 (Mk2, X7)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
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- Leaking Front Suspension Struts (Hydractive)Serious
The front struts on Hydractive models are prone to weeping oil. They are non-repairable and must be replaced to pass an MOT.
- Steering Rack Pinion CorrosionSerious
The steering rack pinion tend to rust, leading to seal failure and significant fluid leaks. New replacements are scarce in the UK.
- Independent Wiper Motor FailureModerate
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