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WP05 SKV

2005 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1560cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2016
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

112,618 mi
Last recorded112,618 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2015
Typical for 2005 Citroen C579,355 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP05 SKV
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,560cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2015 112,618 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2014 100,162 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 100,162 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2013 89,205 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 85,376 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 85,376 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 4 Jul 2011 77,518 miles

damage to plastic fuel tank but no leaks found

exhaust heat shield twisted around center exhuast

Fail 4 Jul 2011 77,518 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

damage to plastic fuel tank but no leaks found

exhaust heat shield twisted around center exhuast

Fail 1 Jul 2011 77,470 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

damage to plastic fuel tank but no leaks found

exhaust heat shield twisted around center exhuast

Pass 19 Jul 2010 70,375 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2009 57,870 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 8 Jul 2008 42,951 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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WP05 SKV is a 2005 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,560cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 WP05 SKV, 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 WP05 SKV registered?

WP05 SKV is a 2005 Citroen C5, first registered on 22 July 2005.

Is WP05 SKV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WP05 SKV shows 12 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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