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GK56 NVF

2006 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2013
Tests9 (5 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

118,425 mi
Last recorded118,425 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2012
Typical for 2006 Citroen C578,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK56 NVF
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2012 118,425 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2012 118,425 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 18 Nov 2011 99,529 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)

Pass 18 Nov 2011 99,529 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 74,016 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2010 74,016 miles

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

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

rear wiper split

Pass 20 Nov 2009 53,172 miles

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

Fail 28 Oct 2009 53,003 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp flickers when tapped lightly by hand (1.1.5e)

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

Pass 28 Oct 2009 53,003 miles

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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GK56 NVF is a 2006 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GK56 NVF, 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 GK56 NVF registered?

GK56 NVF is a 2006 Citroen C5, first registered on 25 September 2006.

Is GK56 NVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK56 NVF shows 9 tests with a 55.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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