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DG55 BNF

2005 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2019
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

133,129 mi
Last recorded133,129 miles
Recorded on19 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen C579,355 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG55 BNF
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2018 133,129 miles

Offside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 19 May 2017 124,092 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2016 114,697 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 106,049 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2013 92,885 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2013 92,715 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 17 Aug 2012 81,589 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 81,589 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 18 Aug 2011 70,870 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2011 70,870 miles

Offside Front front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 14 Aug 2010 60,145 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 48,754 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 33,351 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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DG55 BNF is a 2005 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 DG55 BNF, 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 DG55 BNF registered?

DG55 BNF is a 2005 Citroen C5, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is DG55 BNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG55 BNF shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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