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FN05 XXT

2005 Citroen C5

Red Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2020
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

202,358 mi
Last recorded202,358 miles
Recorded on1 Feb 2019
Typical for 2005 Citroen C579,355 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN05 XXT
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Feb 2019 202,358 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Feb 2018 181,687 miles

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

Oil leak ()

Fail 21 Feb 2018 181,687 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak ()

Pass 27 Feb 2017 162,078 miles

Oil leak ()

Pass 19 Apr 2016 142,575 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2015 128,704 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 128,704 miles

Centre Fluid suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 9 May 2014 98,917 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 80,659 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 59,262 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 12 May 2011 52,322 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 44,538 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 38,065 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2009 37,701 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Mar 2009 37,701 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2008 30,083 miles

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

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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FN05 XXT is a 2005 Citroen C5 in Red with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FN05 XXT, 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 FN05 XXT registered?

FN05 XXT is a 2005 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is FN05 XXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN05 XXT shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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