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AV56 LLA

2006 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,520 mi
Last recorded88,520 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2019
Typical for 2006 Citroen C578,678 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV56 LLA
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2019 88,520 miles

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

Pass 14 Nov 2018 86,246 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Fail 14 Nov 2018 86,246 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2017 82,897 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 80,230 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 78,111 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2015 78,111 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2014 76,519 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2014 76,519 miles

Front Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2013 73,809 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2012 71,619 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2012 71,619 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 69,352 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 66,529 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2010 66,527 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 57,809 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

cluch pedal rubber missing

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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AV56 LLA is a 2006 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2006 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 78,678 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 AV56 LLA, 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 20 years old, this Citroen C5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AV56 LLA registered?

AV56 LLA is a 2006 Citroen C5, first registered on 13 October 2006.

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