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LA04 FVP

2004 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2018
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

94,000 mi
Last recorded94,000 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2017
Typical for 2004 Citroen C583,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA04 FVP
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2017 94,000 miles

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

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

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

Pass 12 Dec 2016 88,593 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 83,374 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Dec 2014 78,065 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 74,345 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2013 74,345 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Jun 2012 73,908 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 67,815 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2010 61,090 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Jul 2010 61,090 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 50,911 miles

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

O/S/F Steering rack track rod joint slight play

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

Pass 25 Jun 2008 34,656 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 24,637 miles

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

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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LA04 FVP is a 2004 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2004 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 83,958 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 LA04 FVP, 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 22 years old, this Citroen C5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LA04 FVP registered?

LA04 FVP is a 2004 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is LA04 FVP safe to buy?

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