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EY56 VKJ

2006 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2019
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

133,401 mi
Last recorded133,401 miles
Recorded on25 Aug 2018
Typical for 2006 Citroen C578,678 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEY56 VKJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Aug 2018 133,401 miles

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

Fail 25 Aug 2018 133,401 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Jul 2017 119,419 miles

crack in windscreen

Fail 7 Jul 2017 119,419 miles

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

crack in windscreen

Pass 4 Aug 2016 103,782 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 2 Aug 2016 103,782 miles

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Jul 2015 95,500 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2014 85,902 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 78,711 miles

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

Pass 29 Jul 2013 78,711 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 67,681 miles

windscreen cracked over 40mm in swept area,not effecting drivers view.

Fail 30 Jul 2012 67,681 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

windscreen cracked over 40mm in swept area,not effecting drivers view.

Pass 28 Jul 2011 58,380 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 47,366 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 36,455 miles

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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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EY56 VKJ is a 2006 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 EY56 VKJ, 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 EY56 VKJ registered?

EY56 VKJ is a 2006 Citroen C5, first registered on 14 September 2006.

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