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CV51 CHX

2001 Citroen C5

Blue Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

38,400 mi
Last recorded38,400 miles
Recorded on24 Aug 2012
Typical for 2001 Citroen C588,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCV51 CHX
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Aug 2012 38,400 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Feb 2011 26,957 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 18,006 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2009
Pass 13 Mar 2008 64,957 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2007 60,407 miles

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Fail 15 Mar 2007 60,407 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

Pass 20 Feb 2006 56,209 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Feb 2006 56,209 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

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

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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CV51 CHX is a 2001 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 CV51 CHX, 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 CV51 CHX registered?

CV51 CHX is a 2001 Citroen C5, first registered on 5 October 2001.

Is CV51 CHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CV51 CHX shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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