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WR55 CHL

2005 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 May 2019
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

168,371 mi
Last recorded168,371 miles
Recorded on18 May 2018
Typical for 2005 Citroen C579,355 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR55 CHL
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 May 2018 168,371 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Jun 2017 163,473 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 151,737 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2015 138,982 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 21 Jun 2014 120,961 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Fail 21 Jun 2014 120,961 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 22 Jun 2013 96,771 miles

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

Fail 16 Jun 2012 76,643 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 16 Jun 2012 76,643 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2011 60,249 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Jun 2011 60,249 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2010 46,071 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Jun 2010 46,071 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2009 33,393 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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WR55 CHL is a 2005 Citroen C5 in Black with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 WR55 CHL, 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 WR55 CHL registered?

WR55 CHL is a 2005 Citroen C5, first registered on 22 November 2005.

Is WR55 CHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for WR55 CHL shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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