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WLZ 7562

2009 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Mar 2020
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

144,744 mi
Last recorded144,744 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2019
Typical for 2009 Citroen C585,574 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWLZ 7562
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2019 144,744 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

engine covers / sill covers / under trays fitted

Fail 5 Mar 2019 144,744 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

engine covers / sill covers / under trays fitted

Pass 15 Mar 2018 115,331 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt cut but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (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 28 Mar 2017 86,523 miles

Front both front tyres wearing off on inner edge

Fail 27 Mar 2017 86,510 miles

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

Front both front tyres wearing off on inner edge

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2016 52,243 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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WLZ 7562 is a 2009 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,600cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2009 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 85,574 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 WLZ 7562, 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 17 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 WLZ 7562 registered?

WLZ 7562 is a 2009 Citroen C5, first registered on 13 January 2009.

Is WLZ 7562 safe to buy?

The MOT history for WLZ 7562 shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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