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DV51 WRN

2001 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

158,537 mi
Last recorded158,537 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Citroen C588,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV51 WRN
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2016 158,537 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded trailing arm metal brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded trailing arm metal brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 16 Aug 2016 158,537 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded trailing arm metal brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded trailing arm metal brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Aug 2015 155,291 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 150,999 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 150,998 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 20 Aug 2013 146,641 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2013 146,641 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking from a joint (2.3.3b)

Fail 1 Aug 2012 141,633 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2012 141,633 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 134,275 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 126,211 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 119,700 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2008 108,205 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 98,242 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 83,541 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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DV51 WRN is a 2001 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 DV51 WRN, 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.

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What year was DV51 WRN registered?

DV51 WRN is a 2001 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is DV51 WRN safe to buy?

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