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FA04 VGT

2004 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jul 2017
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

111,250 mi
Last recorded111,250 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2016
Typical for 2004 Citroen C583,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA04 VGT
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2016 111,250 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 104,139 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 92,532 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

both front anti roll drop links have slight play

front discs slightly worn on inners

Pass 16 Jul 2013 86,247 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 86,245 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 77,192 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 69,381 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 69,379 miles

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 64,286 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 57,474 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2008 51,492 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 44,947 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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FA04 VGT is a 2004 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 83,958 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 FA04 VGT, 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 22 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 FA04 VGT registered?

FA04 VGT is a 2004 Citroen C5, first registered on 28 July 2004.

Is FA04 VGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA04 VGT shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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