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EF06 MWU

2006 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2019
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

128,929 mi
Last recorded128,929 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2018
Typical for 2006 Citroen C578,678 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEF06 MWU
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2018 128,929 miles

Offside handbrake cable restricted movement

Fail 13 Feb 2018 128,929 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside handbrake cable restricted movement

Pass 6 Mar 2017 124,962 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 119,615 miles

Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 May 2015 106,463 miles
Fail 20 May 2014 93,978 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 May 2014 93,978 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 90,697 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 26 May 2012 86,112 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 26 May 2012 86,112 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 81,236 miles
Fail 24 May 2011 81,236 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 15 May 2010 76,887 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 May 2010 76,887 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 73,057 miles
Fail 8 May 2009 73,024 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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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EF06 MWU is a 2006 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 EF06 MWU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was EF06 MWU registered?

EF06 MWU is a 2006 Citroen C5, first registered on 10 June 2006.

Is EF06 MWU safe to buy?

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