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AK05 BKL

2005 Citroen C2

Silver Diesel 1398cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

127,789 mi
Last recorded127,789 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Citroen C260,347 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK05 BKL
MakeCitroen
ModelC2
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,398cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 127,789 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

rear seats missing

Fail 21 Jul 2025 127,787 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Coolant leak ()

Direction indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test rear seats removed ()

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 124,926 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floorpan area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2023 122,720 miles

Coolant leak ()

presented as a two seater, rear seats stowed

Pass 27 Jul 2022 120,738 miles

Coolant leak ()

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play very slight (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

rear seat belts not checked rear seats stowed and boot full

Fail 27 Jul 2022 120,738 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced both (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play very slight (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

rear seat belts not checked rear seats stowed and boot full

Pass 13 Jul 2021 119,140 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 29 Jul 2020 118,358 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test rear seats folded down ()

both sides front splash guards loose / flapping

Pass 9 Apr 2019 110,740 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 9 Apr 2019 110,740 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both front (4.1.2 (c))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Pass 26 May 2018 104,153 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Coolant pipe rubbing against ABS pump / module

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear silencer casing corroded / split

How Reliable is the Citroen C2?

Based on 965,161 MOT tests across 61,057 vehicles.

69.6%
Pass Rate
5,516
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
61,057
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 38,269
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 27,833
Registration plate lamp not working 22,386
Direction indicator incorrect colour 20,787
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 15,873
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AK05 BKL is a 2005 Citroen C2 in Silver with a 1,398cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2005 Citroen C2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.3% with a typical mileage of 60,347 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Citroen C2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 38,269 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AK05 BKL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Citroen C2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 21 years old, this Citroen C2 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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AK05 BKL is a 2005 Citroen C2, first registered on 24 March 2005.

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