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OV56 XUH

2006 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Oct 2018
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

47,611 mi
Last recorded47,611 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2017
Typical for 2006 Citroen C578,678 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV56 XUH
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2017 47,611 miles

Both front tyres are worn close to the legal limit

Pass 13 Oct 2016 39,168 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2015 762,311 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2015 762,311 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)

Pass 20 Oct 2014 56,703 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 35,886 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2013 35,886 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Oct 2012 29,554 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 24,633 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2010 19,366 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2009 16,840 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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OV56 XUH is a 2006 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2006 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 78,678 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 OV56 XUH, 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 20 years old, this Citroen C5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was OV56 XUH registered?

OV56 XUH is a 2006 Citroen C5, first registered on 29 November 2006.

Is OV56 XUH safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV56 XUH shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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