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FV61 HGY

2011 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

268,877 mi
Last recorded268,877 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2025
Typical for 2011 Citroen C582,774 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV61 HGY
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2011
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2025 268,877 miles

Under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 14 Oct 2024 255,038 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2023 239,943 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 223,204 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 24 Sep 2020 191,162 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Under tray fitted obscuring some components

Pass 9 Oct 2019 96,467 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Under trays/covers limit inspection

Pass 17 Sep 2018 74,690 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2018 74,690 miles

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

Pass 6 Oct 2017 68,957 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2016 60,065 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Fail 10 Nov 2016 60,065 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Nov 2015 45,556 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn close to wear bars

Offside Rear tyre blocking on inner edge

Pass 26 Nov 2014 32,021 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2014 31,436 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Jun 2014 28,059 miles

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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FV61 HGY is a 2011 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2011 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 82,774 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 FV61 HGY, 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 15 years old, this Citroen C5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FV61 HGY registered?

FV61 HGY is a 2011 Citroen C5, first registered on 29 October 2011.

Is FV61 HGY safe to buy?

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