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SM57 NLV

2007 Citroen C5

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

109,071 mi
Last recorded109,071 miles
Recorded on19 Oct 2020
Typical for 2007 Citroen C582,192 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM57 NLV
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2007
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Oct 2020 109,071 miles

Both rear discs slightly corroded

Fail 19 Oct 2020 109,071 miles

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Clip broken (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Both rear discs slightly corroded

Pass 5 Apr 2019 99,954 miles
Pass 4 May 2018 93,981 miles
Fail 4 May 2018 93,981 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 May 2017 87,705 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2015 79,312 miles

Both front brake discs corroded

Pass 30 Oct 2014 72,459 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2013 63,100 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 63,100 miles

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

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)

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Nov 2011 39,189 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

rear heatshield insecure

Pass 16 Nov 2010 30,487 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2010 30,483 miles

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

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

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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SM57 NLV is a 2007 Citroen C5 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2007 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 82,192 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 SM57 NLV, 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 19 years old, this Citroen C5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was SM57 NLV registered?

SM57 NLV is a 2007 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 November 2007.

Is SM57 NLV safe to buy?

The MOT history for SM57 NLV shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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