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BL51 FWS

2001 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

9,700 mi
Last recorded9,700 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2014
Typical for 2001 Citroen C588,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBL51 FWS
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2014 9,700 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2013 93,485 miles

Offside Rear reflector obscured but not more than 50% (1.5.1b)

Pass 31 Dec 2012 87,813 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 81,341 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 75,528 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 69,293 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2008 62,602 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2008 62,602 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 30 Nov 2007 56,730 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2006 51,064 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2005 42,618 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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BL51 FWS is a 2001 Citroen C5 in Black with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 BL51 FWS, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BL51 FWS registered?

BL51 FWS is a 2001 Citroen C5, first registered on 17 December 2001.

Is BL51 FWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for BL51 FWS shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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