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GF55 UGJ

2005 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 May 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

105,229 mi
Last recorded105,229 miles
Recorded on25 May 2021
Typical for 2005 Citroen C579,355 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 UGJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 May 2021 105,229 miles

Offside Rear Suspension pipe modified but function not affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 102,702 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Apr 2019 100,497 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. n/s lower effort (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 90,682 miles

Eml light on

Pass 22 Aug 2016 83,544 miles

engine check light on

Pass 28 Aug 2015 74,315 miles

eml on

Fail 28 Aug 2015 74,315 miles

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

eml on

Pass 3 Sep 2014 68,526 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2014 68,513 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

eml light on.

Pass 13 Aug 2013 59,950 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 6 Aug 2012 52,427 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Aug 2011 45,921 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 39,178 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2009 31,162 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2008 22,750 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2008 22,750 miles

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

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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GF55 UGJ is a 2005 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 2,179cc 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 GF55 UGJ, 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 GF55 UGJ registered?

GF55 UGJ is a 2005 Citroen C5, first registered on 7 December 2005.

Is GF55 UGJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF55 UGJ 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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