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AR07 FDY

2007 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

88,369 mi
Last recorded88,369 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2018
Typical for 2007 Citroen C582,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR07 FDY
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2018 88,369 miles

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

rear suspension pipes slightly corroded

slight play in steering rack both sides

Fail 19 Jul 2018 88,369 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp missing (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Direction indicator slightly discoloured n/s/r and o/s/r (4.4.3 (a))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

engine cover and under trays fitted

o/s/f plastic trim insecure

oil leak

rear suspension pipes corroded

zero emissions

Pass 21 Jun 2017 77,024 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 72,055 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 72,055 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 64,468 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Jan 2015 62,523 miles

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 9 Jan 2015 62,523 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2013 54,764 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 52,021 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2012 49,157 miles

front brake discs slightly corroded and rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 8 Jun 2011 45,780 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2010 37,672 miles

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

front brake discs rusty inside

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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AR07 FDY is a 2007 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2007 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 82,192 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 AR07 FDY, 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 19 years old, this Citroen C5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AR07 FDY registered?

AR07 FDY is a 2007 Citroen C5, first registered on 3 July 2007.

Is AR07 FDY safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR07 FDY shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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