2008 Citroen C5 2.0L Diesel · VE08 KMK
2008 Citroen C5 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 31 May 2008. Recorded mileage 216,390 miles. MOT status: Failed.
- Make & Model
- CITROEN C5
- Year / Origin
- 2008 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Failed
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 216,390 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VE08 KMK Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 06/09/2022
- 216,390 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VE08 KMK MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2008 Citroen C5 (VE08 KMK) between September 2022 and September 2022.
The record contains 0 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 06 September 2022 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
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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: Poor
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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
The C5 uses two independent wiper motors. If one fails, the wipers can collide, potentially cracking the windscreen.
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