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BD51 CEJ

2002 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2023
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

34,521 mi
Last recorded34,521 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2022
Typical for 2002 Citroen C589,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD51 CEJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2022 34,521 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2022 34,521 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2021 34,462 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2021 34,462 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 30,960 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 25,737 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2018 25,737 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2017 15,271 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2011 15,101 miles
Fail 9 Dec 2011 15,101 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Nov 2010 14,133 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2009 13,105 miles

Spare tyre defective

advise: spare wheel cracked and damaged advise not to be used.

Fail 8 Dec 2009 13,105 miles

Offside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 8 Dec 2008 11,890 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2007 10,468 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 9,066 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2005 7,716 miles

note:had to use the spare tyre to pass mot test

Fail 23 Dec 2005 7,716 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

note:had to use the spare tyre to pass mot test

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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BD51 CEJ is a 2002 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 89,012 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 BD51 CEJ, 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 24 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 BD51 CEJ registered?

BD51 CEJ is a 2002 Citroen C5, first registered on 3 January 2002.

Is BD51 CEJ safe to buy?

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