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GL05 ZZB

2005 Citroen C5

Green Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Feb 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

140,124 mi
Last recorded140,124 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2016
Typical for 2005 Citroen C579,355 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 ZZB
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2016 140,124 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2016 140,124 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2015 130,754 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 118,487 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2013 114,925 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2013 114,923 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Pass 20 Aug 2012 109,228 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2012 109,184 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 102,093 miles

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

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 17 Aug 2010 97,386 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 91,376 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 20 Aug 2008 85,607 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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GL05 ZZB is a 2005 Citroen C5 in Green with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GL05 ZZB, 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.

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What year was GL05 ZZB registered?

GL05 ZZB is a 2005 Citroen C5, first registered on 28 July 2005.

Is GL05 ZZB safe to buy?

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