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VA56 FYR

2007 Citroen C5

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jan 2017
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

87,273 mi
Last recorded87,273 miles
Recorded on19 Jan 2016
Typical for 2007 Citroen C582,192 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA56 FYR
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jan 2016 87,273 miles

Child seat fitted

Pass 22 Jan 2015 77,516 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2014 67,311 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 8 Jan 2013 57,756 miles

CHILD SEATS FITTED TO NSR AND OSR SEATS UNABLE TO TEST ADULT SEATS/BELTS

FRONT BRAKES STARTING TO BIND

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

OSF WHEEL ARCH LINER ADRIFT

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

Fail 8 Jan 2013 57,756 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

CHILD SEATS FITTED TO NSR AND OSR SEATS UNABLE TO TEST ADULT SEATS/BELTS

FRONT BRAKES STARTING TO BIND

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

OSF WHEEL ARCH LINER ADRIFT

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

Pass 12 Jan 2012 48,773 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 7 Jan 2011 42,341 miles

unable to test offside rear seatbelt due to child seat fitted.

Pass 14 Jan 2010 32,945 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

n/s front tyre slight cut on sidewall

Fail 14 Jan 2010 32,945 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

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

n/s front tyre slight cut on sidewall

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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VA56 FYR is a 2007 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 VA56 FYR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VA56 FYR registered?

VA56 FYR is a 2007 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 January 2007.

Is VA56 FYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for VA56 FYR shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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