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OE04 SVL

2004 Citroen C5

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

108,057 mi
Last recorded108,057 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2021
Typical for 2004 Citroen C583,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE04 SVL
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2021 108,057 miles

headlight faded

slight oil leak

Pass 29 Jul 2020 98,165 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + worn both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm + worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + worn both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2020 98,165 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + worn both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm + worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm + worn both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2019 89,066 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 30 Jul 2019 89,066 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 76,047 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2017 62,626 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 59,974 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 26 Jun 2015 59,974 miles

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Jun 2014 55,559 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Jun 2013 51,471 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jun 2012 46,985 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 Jun 2011 43,183 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jun 2010 37,130 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2010 37,130 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Jun 2009 31,569 miles

n/s/rear tyre worn to 2mm on outer tread

Pass 12 Jun 2008 26,388 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 21,222 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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OE04 SVL is a 2004 Citroen C5 in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 OE04 SVL, 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 OE04 SVL registered?

OE04 SVL is a 2004 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 June 2004.

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