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WU56 KOB

2006 Citroen C5

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

90,399 mi
Last recorded90,399 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2023
Typical for 2006 Citroen C578,678 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWU56 KOB
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2023 90,399 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 89,429 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 88,325 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 87,926 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 86,555 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2019 86,555 miles

Offside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 85,152 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2018 85,152 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 83,455 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 83,455 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 7 Jul 2016 81,542 miles

nearside and offside rear tyres perished on outer side walls

Pass 29 Jun 2015 79,772 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 77,821 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 71,817 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2013 71,817 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 18 Aug 2012 65,022 miles

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

engine cover fitted unable to fully inspect componets

Fail 18 Aug 2012 65,022 miles

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

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

engine cover fitted unable to fully inspect componets

Pass 19 Aug 2011 55,176 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 47,191 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 37,895 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2009 37,405 miles

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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WU56 KOB is a 2006 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 WU56 KOB, 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 WU56 KOB registered?

WU56 KOB is a 2006 Citroen C5, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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The MOT history for WU56 KOB shows 21 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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