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YP05 CFV

2005 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests20 (19 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95%

Mileage

74,118 mi
Last recorded74,118 miles
Recorded on26 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Citroen C579,355 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP05 CFV
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Mar 2026 74,118 miles

Offside TRACK ROD END DUST COVER

Pass 26 Mar 2025 72,671 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 25 Mar 2024 71,867 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured BOTH REAR (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2023 70,464 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 69,234 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 68,063 miles

REAR BRAKE PADS VERY LOW ...............

Pass 12 Mar 2020 66,719 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2019 63,610 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 61,559 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2017 59,113 miles

covers fitted to vehicle

Pass 16 Mar 2016 55,523 miles

Offside Front slight brake imbalance on foot and handbrake

covers fitted to vehicle

Pass 18 Mar 2015 52,997 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2014 51,596 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 49,983 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 46,248 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Mar 2011 40,369 miles

Both rear tyres low outer edge still legal

Pass 29 Mar 2010 35,156 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2009 29,275 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2008 22,782 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 22,782 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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YP05 CFV is a 2005 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95%.

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 YP05 CFV, 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 YP05 CFV registered?

YP05 CFV is a 2005 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 March 2005.

Is YP05 CFV safe to buy?

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