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MJ04 GFU

2004 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

97,993 mi
Last recorded97,993 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2020
Typical for 2004 Citroen C583,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ04 GFU
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2020 97,993 miles

All tyres wearing/worn slightly outer edges

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 Nov 2019 87,674 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 18 Jan 2019 84,013 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 80,500 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2017 77,860 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2017 77,860 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 26 Jan 2016 74,096 miles

Boot struts defective

Child seat fitted nearside rear seat

Nearside rear tyre worn on outside edge & different size tyres fitted on each axle

Fail 26 Jan 2016 74,096 miles

Boot struts defective

Child seat fitted nearside rear seat

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside rear tyre worn on outside edge & different size tyres fitted on each axle

Fail 27 Jan 2015 70,292 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Jan 2015 70,292 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 25 Jan 2014 65,791 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside rear tyre as a slight cut in wall not exposing in any cords or plys

Pass 21 Jan 2013 60,532 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2012 54,935 miles

coolant level on min.

outer sills covered by plastic trim[tester advise only]

unable to inspect disc pads.

Pass 12 Jan 2011 49,129 miles

outer sills covered by plastic trim [tester advise only]

unable to inspect rear pads.

Pass 14 Jan 2010 45,077 miles

outer sills coverd by plastic trim.

unable to inspect front and rear pads without removal of wheels,

Pass 16 Jan 2009 40,230 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2009 40,230 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 28 Apr 2008 36,017 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2007 25,882 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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MJ04 GFU is a 2004 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 MJ04 GFU, 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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MJ04 GFU is a 2004 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 March 2004.

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