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RV61 OVC

2011 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2024
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

176,919 mi
Last recorded176,919 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2024
Typical for 2011 Citroen C582,774 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV61 OVC
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2011
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 15 Feb 2024 176,919 miles

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Power steering fluid reservoir empty (2.1.5 (b) (ii))

Nearside Indicator switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Jan 2023 165,709 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 23 Jan 2023 165,709 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Jan 2022 154,913 miles

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 1 Feb 2021 146,140 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 134,879 miles

Offside Front Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 122,689 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 115,385 miles

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

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 20 Sep 2016 106,045 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2015 89,903 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 67,233 miles

both rear tyres distorted on inner edges

Fail 10 Sep 2014 67,233 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

both rear tyres distorted on inner edges

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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RV61 OVC is a 2011 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 82,774 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 RV61 OVC, 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 15 years old, this Citroen C5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RV61 OVC registered?

RV61 OVC is a 2011 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 September 2011.

Is RV61 OVC safe to buy?

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