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DU55 PPV

2005 Citroen C5

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

78,851 mi
Last recorded78,851 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen C579,355 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU55 PPV
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2016 78,851 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2016 78,841 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Nov 2015 74,813 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2013 70,894 miles

engine management light on

Pass 9 Nov 2012 64,250 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 54,245 miles

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear brake discs worn

o/s/f brake disc pitted

Fail 2 Nov 2011 54,020 miles

Centre Rear Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Front brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

both rear brake discs worn

o/s/f brake disc pitted

Pass 3 Nov 2010 44,200 miles

Nearside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 29 Oct 2009 34,507 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2009 34,507 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2008 20,468 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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DU55 PPV is a 2005 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 DU55 PPV, 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 DU55 PPV registered?

DU55 PPV is a 2005 Citroen C5, first registered on 16 November 2005.

Is DU55 PPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU55 PPV shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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