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BV10 LSJ

2010 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2023
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

105,192 mi
Last recorded105,192 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2022
Typical for 2010 Citroen C586,377 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBV10 LSJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2010
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2022 105,192 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords in tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear heat shield loose

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

Pass 9 Feb 2021 98,301 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2021 98,300 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak shock absorber has a major leak nsf (5.3.2 (b))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2020 96,481 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2020 96,481 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Feb 2019 90,583 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 81,562 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2018 81,562 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2017 72,948 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2017 72,948 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

tyre warning light on display but not within required age for failiure

Pass 10 Feb 2016 62,798 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 62,798 miles

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

Pass 4 Feb 2015 52,839 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2014 43,401 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2013 33,162 miles

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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BV10 LSJ is a 2010 Citroen C5 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2010 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 86,377 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BV10 LSJ, 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 16 years old, this Citroen C5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BV10 LSJ registered?

BV10 LSJ is a 2010 Citroen C5, first registered on 1 March 2010.

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