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FM05 OSX

2005 Citroen C5

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2020
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

177,334 mi
Last recorded177,334 miles
Recorded on13 Sep 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen C579,355 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM05 OSX
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Sep 2019 177,334 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 172,486 miles

Central Rear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 160,627 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 156,061 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2015 146,006 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Jul 2014 134,658 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 124,510 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2013 124,510 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Parking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 30 Jul 2012 110,288 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 110,288 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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 8 Jul 2011 86,791 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 86,791 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Jul 2010 69,362 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2010 69,362 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Jul 2009 42,213 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 32,888 miles

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

Offside 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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FM05 OSX is a 2005 Citroen C5 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FM05 OSX, 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 FM05 OSX registered?

FM05 OSX is a 2005 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 July 2005.

Is FM05 OSX safe to buy?

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