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DV51 WSZ

2001 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Aug 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

164,137 mi
Last recorded164,137 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2018
Typical for 2001 Citroen C588,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDV51 WSZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2018 164,137 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2017 148,951 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 22 Aug 2016 138,313 miles

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

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

Oil leak

Undertrays fitted

Pass 11 Aug 2015 118,427 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

boot stay weak

Pass 26 Aug 2014 90,577 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 82,038 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2012 74,986 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 67,505 miles

Offside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

o/s n/s rear discs worn

Pass 29 Nov 2010 60,961 miles

o/s n/s rear discs scored

Fail 29 Nov 2010 60,961 miles

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

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

o/s n/s rear discs scored

Pass 11 Nov 2009 53,723 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2008 46,729 miles
Fail 12 Nov 2008 46,729 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 40,220 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 32,303 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 WSZ is a 2001 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 WSZ, 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 WSZ registered?

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

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