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CX51 UTU

2001 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2022
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

227,356 mi
Last recorded227,356 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2021
Typical for 2001 Citroen C588,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX51 UTU
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2021 227,356 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess corroded (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2020 208,412 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess slight corrosion (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2019 192,660 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to nearside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to offside rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess slight corrosion (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2018 175,148 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess slight corrosion (5.3.5 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some items

Fail 10 Dec 2018 175,148 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess slight corrosion (5.3.5 (b) (i))

undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some items

Pass 11 Dec 2017 157,116 miles

Oil leak ()

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

engine covers fitted not allowing ispection of some items

undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some items

Pass 7 Dec 2016 137,415 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Oil leak ()

engine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some items

undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some items

Pass 8 Dec 2015 119,527 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

engine covers fitted not allowing inspection of some items

undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some items

Pass 1 Dec 2014 103,071 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 96,686 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 90,254 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 83,934 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2010 77,674 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 71,868 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2008 65,488 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 58,898 miles

high level stop light blanked off

Fail 10 Dec 2007 58,723 miles

Centre Upper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Dec 2006 46,208 miles
Fail 29 Dec 2006 46,208 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 3 Jan 2006 36,458 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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CX51 UTU is a 2001 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 CX51 UTU, 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 CX51 UTU registered?

CX51 UTU is a 2001 Citroen C5, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is CX51 UTU safe to buy?

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