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FD51 PDY

2001 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2016
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

163,046 mi
Last recorded163,046 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2015
Typical for 2001 Citroen C588,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD51 PDY
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2015 163,046 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

both rear brake pipes slightly corroded

parking brake efficiency just met requires adjustment

Fail 8 Aug 2015 163,046 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

both rear brake pipes slightly corroded

Pass 8 Aug 2014 155,121 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2013 147,204 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2012 140,234 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 134,123 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2010 124,495 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 104,788 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 96,504 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 3 Sep 2008 96,504 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Steering column movement between the shaft and steering wheel (2.1.2b)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 7 Feb 2006 78,758 miles

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

Fail 4 Feb 2006 78,758 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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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FD51 PDY is a 2001 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FD51 PDY, 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 FD51 PDY registered?

FD51 PDY is a 2001 Citroen C5, first registered on 4 December 2001.

Is FD51 PDY safe to buy?

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