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BL57 OEX

2007 Citroen C5

Grey Petrol 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2021
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

107,672 mi
Last recorded107,672 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2020
Typical for 2007 Citroen C582,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL57 OEX
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2020 107,672 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2019 102,014 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Sep 2018 95,332 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 79,992 miles

Offside Front Suspension misting

Fail 14 Jun 2017 79,992 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators have less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Direction indicators have less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Suspension misting

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Jul 2016 73,023 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 69,308 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/f hand brake cable poor condition

o/s/f hand brake cable poor condition

Pass 3 Jun 2014 64,838 miles

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

Fail 21 Jun 2013 57,314 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2013 57,314 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 48,836 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2012 48,836 miles

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

Pass 25 Oct 2010 35,393 miles

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

Oil leak

Fail 21 Oct 2010 35,389 miles

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

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

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

Oil leak

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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BL57 OEX is a 2007 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,560cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BL57 OEX, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BL57 OEX registered?

BL57 OEX is a 2007 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 December 2007.

Is BL57 OEX safe to buy?

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