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AO51 UVH

2001 Citroen C5

Silver Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

146,851 mi
Last recorded146,851 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2016
Typical for 2001 Citroen C588,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO51 UVH
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2016 146,851 miles

registration plate faded but not likely to be misread Both (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Aug 2015 135,426 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2014 125,062 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2013 73,690 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 16 Sep 2013 73,690 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2012 59,256 miles

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

Fail 5 Sep 2011 41,581 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 41,581 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Aug 2010 39,179 miles

off side rear brake disc corroded on inner surface

Pass 24 Aug 2009 35,296 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 32,695 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2007 29,461 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 24,297 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 20,189 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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AO51 UVH is a 2001 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2001 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 88,923 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 AO51 UVH, 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 25 years old, this Citroen C5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was AO51 UVH registered?

AO51 UVH is a 2001 Citroen C5, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is AO51 UVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for AO51 UVH shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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