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BN05 ECE

2005 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Feb 2010
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

64,666 mi
Last recorded64,666 miles
Recorded on11 Feb 2009
Typical for 2005 Citroen C579,355 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 ECE
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Feb 2009 64,666 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2009 164,139 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 135,660 miles

front brake discs worn - unable to visually check brake pads

n/s/r suspension unit starting to leak

rear brake discs worn possibly very close to minimum thickness - unable to visually check brake pads

slight play in steering rack (o/s)

Fail 1 Apr 2008 135,660 miles

Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake discs worn - unable to visually check brake pads

n/s/r suspension unit starting to leak

rear brake discs worn possibly very close to minimum thickness - unable to visually check brake pads

slight play in steering rack (o/s)

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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BN05 ECE is a 2005 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BN05 ECE, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BN05 ECE registered?

BN05 ECE is a 2005 Citroen C5, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is BN05 ECE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 ECE shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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