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DK51 XFO

2001 Citroen C5

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2011
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

68,040 mi
Last recorded68,040 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2010
Typical for 2001 Citroen C588,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK51 XFO
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2010 68,040 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Rear disc corroded slightly

Fail 23 Aug 2010 68,035 miles

Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Nearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

all brake disc corroded

all tyres slightly perrished

engine light on

under side heat sheilds loose

Pass 27 Jan 2009 63,538 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2009 63,538 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2008 61,953 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 54,573 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2005 46,275 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2005 46,275 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f) DANGEROUS

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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DK51 XFO is a 2001 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 DK51 XFO, 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 DK51 XFO registered?

DK51 XFO is a 2001 Citroen C5, first registered on 10 September 2001.

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