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GF56 VCT

2006 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Dec 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

65,209 mi
Last recorded65,209 miles
Recorded on6 Dec 2017
Typical for 2006 Citroen C578,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF56 VCT
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Fail 6 Dec 2017 65,209 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

Pass 17 Nov 2016 61,731 miles

Engine Covers and Under Trays Fitted

Pass 7 Dec 2015 59,591 miles

Engine Covers and Under Trays Fitted

Pass 14 Nov 2014 55,557 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer sills not visible

Pass 28 Nov 2013 52,296 miles

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

brake pipes not fully visible

front brake pad warning light wires broken

outer sills not visible

Pass 21 Nov 2012 46,704 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 43,590 miles

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

Offside Outer Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 1 Feb 2011 37,165 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2010 28,568 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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GF56 VCT is a 2006 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2006 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 78,678 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 GF56 VCT, 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 20 years old, this Citroen C5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GF56 VCT registered?

GF56 VCT is a 2006 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 November 2006.

Is GF56 VCT safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF56 VCT shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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