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RL05 WJC

2005 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2018
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

290,544 mi
Last recorded290,544 miles
Recorded on25 Nov 2017
Typical for 2005 Citroen C579,355 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL05 WJC
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Nov 2017 290,544 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 12 Nov 2016 286,711 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2015 282,535 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2014 275,814 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 3 Nov 2014 275,803 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 13 May 2013 266,561 miles

front suspension has no damping effect

Fail 9 May 2013 266,535 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)

front suspension has no damping effect

Pass 8 May 2012 261,770 miles
Fail 3 May 2012 261,770 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Fail 25 Apr 2012 261,715 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

front brake discs slightly worn

suspension movement limited

tracktion control warning light on

Pass 19 Nov 2011 58,362 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2010 235,844 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2010 217,313 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2009 196,254 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2009 177,655 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 152,144 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 130,092 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 102,709 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 102,709 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2007 77,475 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2007 77,475 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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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RL05 WJC is a 2005 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2005 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 79,355 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 RL05 WJC, 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 21 years old, this Citroen C5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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RL05 WJC is a 2005 Citroen C5, first registered on 21 July 2005.

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