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GL59 XVB

2010 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Feb 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

110,798 mi
Last recorded110,798 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2025
Typical for 2010 Citroen C586,377 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL59 XVB
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2010
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2025 110,798 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Jan 2024 105,733 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 101,061 miles

Nearside Front Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 Jan 2022 95,716 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2021 90,396 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2020 85,402 miles

park brake only just reached required efficiency

Fail 22 Jan 2020 85,402 miles

Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

park brake only just reached required efficiency

Pass 23 Jan 2019 80,348 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Jan 2018 72,837 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2017 57,766 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2016 51,127 miles

nearside rear tyre bald on outer edge

Pass 21 Jan 2015 44,790 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 37,695 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2014 37,695 miles

Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Pass 16 Jan 2013 28,880 miles

windscreen cracked but not in drivers view

Fail 16 Jan 2013 28,880 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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GL59 XVB is a 2010 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 2010 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.0% with a typical mileage of 86,377 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 GL59 XVB, 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 16 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 GL59 XVB registered?

GL59 XVB is a 2010 Citroen C5, first registered on 25 January 2010.

Is GL59 XVB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL59 XVB 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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