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WU06 TCV

2006 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2023
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

155,077 mi
Last recorded155,077 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2022
Typical for 2006 Citroen C578,678 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU06 TCV
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2022 155,077 miles

Front o/s & n/s indicators amber faded

Front o/s & n/s tyres tread edges worn bald

Nearside Rear tyre outer sidewall cut

Offside Front steering rack/arm has play

Rear o/s & n/s hydraulics suspension struts damp in oil

hydraulic resevoir and pipework damp in oil

oil leaks

Fail 10 Feb 2022 155,077 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front o/s & n/s indicators amber faded

Front o/s & n/s tyres tread edges worn bald

Nearside Rear tyre outer sidewall cut

Offside Front steering rack/arm has play

Rear o/s & n/s hydraulics suspension struts damp in oil

hydraulic resevoir and pipework damp in oil

oil leaks

Pass 15 Feb 2021 147,694 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2021 147,693 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 17 Feb 2020 142,267 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Feb 2020 142,266 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 135,418 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive possibly a few leaks as its everywhere (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 126,215 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 114,892 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 6 Mar 2017 114,892 miles

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

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 11 Mar 2016 103,007 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2016 103,007 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2015 89,969 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2015 89,969 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 10 Mar 2014 76,259 miles

Advise indicator stalk worn/loose

Advise oil around offside front inner wing area

Fail 19 Mar 2013 63,439 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Mar 2013 63,439 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Mar 2012 50,930 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Mar 2011 39,448 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2011 39,448 miles

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

Pass 19 Mar 2010 28,387 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 17,299 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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WU06 TCV is a 2006 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

Across all 2006 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 78,678 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 WU06 TCV, 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 20 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 WU06 TCV registered?

WU06 TCV is a 2006 Citroen C5, first registered on 23 March 2006.

Is WU06 TCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for WU06 TCV shows 22 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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