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WV11 HCG

2011 Citroen C5

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,999 mi
Last recorded99,999 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2025
Typical for 2011 Citroen C582,774 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV11 HCG
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2011
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2025 99,999 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2025 95,623 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2024 94,093 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 92,815 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2022 92,248 miles

chips in screen

oil leak engine

Pass 18 Jan 2021 91,740 miles

chips in screen

Fail 18 Jan 2021 91,740 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

chips in screen

Pass 7 Jan 2020 90,681 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 87,059 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2019 87,059 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2017 80,312 miles

chips all over windscreen

drivers window wont open

Fail 17 Jul 2017 80,312 miles

Bonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated bonnet opens but wont release (8.4.2)

chips all over windscreen

drivers window wont open

Pass 29 Jul 2016 74,911 miles

Offside Front Unable to open window

Rear Unable to check rear seat belts,rear seats folded

Pass 12 Aug 2015 68,416 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2015 68,416 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Jul 2014 53,724 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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WV11 HCG is a 2011 Citroen C5 in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2011 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 82,774 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 WV11 HCG, 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 15 years old, this Citroen C5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was WV11 HCG registered?

WV11 HCG is a 2011 Citroen C5, first registered on 28 July 2011.

Is WV11 HCG safe to buy?

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