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AX05 VRJ

2005 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Feb 2019
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

148,017 mi
Last recorded148,017 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen C579,355 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAX05 VRJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2018 148,017 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

top covers under trays fitted

Pass 27 Jan 2017 137,447 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened appear to have been stood and lipped on limit of passing (3.5.1i)

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

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

Pass 10 Feb 2016 131,027 miles

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all appear to have been stood and lipped (3.5.1i)

child seat fitted

top under and sill covers fitted

Pass 6 Feb 2015 120,294 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2015 120,294 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Feb 2014 105,247 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2012 84,329 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2012 84,322 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 18 Aug 2011 72,202 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 62,297 miles

slight play in o/s/f track-rod end ball joint

Pass 29 Jul 2009 48,904 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 35,980 miles

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

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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AX05 VRJ is a 2005 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 79,355 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 AX05 VRJ, 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 21 years old, this Citroen C5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AX05 VRJ registered?

AX05 VRJ is a 2005 Citroen C5, first registered on 24 August 2005.

Is AX05 VRJ safe to buy?

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