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WM54 BNE

2005 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Feb 2014
Tests9 (6 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

131,278 mi
Last recorded131,278 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2013
Typical for 2005 Citroen C579,355 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM54 BNE
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

6 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2013 131,278 miles

Front Steering column shaft has slight end float (2.1.3)

Pass 29 Jan 2012 126,594 miles
Fail 29 Jan 2012 126,594 miles

Centre Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Jan 2011 119,100 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2010 112,126 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

clutch and brake pedal rubbers started to split,slight oil leak from power steering pipe.

Pass 22 Jan 2010 112,126 miles

clutch and brake pedal rubbers started to split,slight oil leak from power steering pipe.

Pass 20 Jan 2009 96,824 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

slight wear to n/s/rear tyre outer edge

Pass 8 Feb 2008 79,292 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2008 79,292 miles

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

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

Offside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

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

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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WM54 BNE is a 2005 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2005 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 79,355 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 WM54 BNE, 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 21 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 WM54 BNE registered?

WM54 BNE is a 2005 Citroen C5, first registered on 14 February 2005.

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