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CT55 VUV

2006 Citroen C5

Beige Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jan 2023
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

278,114 mi
Last recorded278,114 miles
Recorded on6 Jan 2022
Typical for 2006 Citroen C578,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCT55 VUV
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2006
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Jan 2022 278,114 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2020 166,082 miles

Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Dec 2019 158,307 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 23 Dec 2019 158,307 miles

Rear Tyre(s) with different structures are fitted across the same axle (5.2.3 (c))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 128,708 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 111,184 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2016 102,213 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 102,213 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2015 89,586 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 78,252 miles

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

Pass 20 Feb 2013 67,388 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 56,806 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 46,328 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 46,328 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 36,319 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2009 26,428 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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CT55 VUV is a 2006 Citroen C5 in Beige with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2006 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 78,678 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 CT55 VUV, 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 20 years old, this Citroen C5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was CT55 VUV registered?

CT55 VUV is a 2006 Citroen C5, first registered on 24 February 2006.

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