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BK04 UBT

2004 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2013
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,659 mi
Last recorded131,659 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2012
Typical for 2004 Citroen C583,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK04 UBT
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2012 131,659 miles

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The engine rate of change (acceleration)during the emissions check was observed to be slow although reaches governed speed, there appears to be a fault present

The nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joints are slightly worn

The nearside front suspension damper has a slight misting of oil present

The nearside,offside front park brake outer cables coverings are deteriorating

The offside front suspension damper has a slight misting of oil present

The offside headlamp dipped beam image is slightly affected

The power steering pipe nearside has contamination present indicating that a seepage of fluid may be present

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Fail 21 Apr 2012 131,659 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

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

STATUTORY PROVISIONS & REGULATIONS SECTION 45 1988 AS AMENDED

The engine rate of change (acceleration)during the emissions check was observed to be slow although reaches governed speed, there appears to be a fault present

The nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joints are slightly worn

The nearside front suspension damper has a slight misting of oil present

The nearside,offside front park brake outer cables coverings are deteriorating

The offside dipped beam horizontal alignment is at the lower limit of 2.0%

The offside front suspension damper has a slight misting of oil present

The offside headlamp dipped beam image is slightly affected

The power steering pipe nearside has contamination present indicating that a seepage of fluid may be present

The vehicle manufacturer from new has fitted in various locations protective covers,which are preventing a complete visual examination of some areas of the inspection.

Pass 28 Feb 2011 106,272 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 87,517 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 87,517 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 71,465 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2008 48,582 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 26,589 miles

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

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

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

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

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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BK04 UBT is a 2004 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 83,958 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 BK04 UBT, 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 22 years old, this Citroen C5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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BK04 UBT is a 2004 Citroen C5, first registered on 11 March 2004.

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