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SH56 VRN

2006 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jul 2021
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

131,205 mi
Last recorded131,205 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2020
Typical for 2006 Citroen C578,678 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSH56 VRN
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2020 131,205 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Nearside mirror casing damaged

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 1 Feb 2018 78,694 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 74,568 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2016 74,543 miles

Offside Front Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 2 Sep 2015 68,924 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 62,823 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2013 55,172 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 20 Aug 2012 45,744 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n\s\r child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 20 Aug 2012 45,744 miles

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

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

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

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n\s\r child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 30 Aug 2011 36,137 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2011 36,137 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 26,682 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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SH56 VRN is a 2006 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 SH56 VRN, 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 SH56 VRN registered?

SH56 VRN is a 2006 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 October 2006.

Is SH56 VRN safe to buy?

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