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FG20 BVL

2020 Citroen C5

Grey Petrol 1200cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

39,610 mi
Last recorded39,610 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2026
Typical for 2020 Citroen C529,948 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG20 BVL
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2020
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,200cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2026 39,610 miles
Pass 2 May 2025 32,625 miles
Pass 3 May 2024 27,897 miles
Fail 3 May 2024 27,897 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2023 23,653 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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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FG20 BVL is a 2020 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,200cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2020 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.1% with a typical mileage of 29,948 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 FG20 BVL, 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 6 years old, this Citroen C5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FG20 BVL?

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What year was FG20 BVL registered?

FG20 BVL is a 2020 Citroen C5, first registered on 3 July 2020.

Is FG20 BVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG20 BVL shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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