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FD51 PYH

2001 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

98,915 mi
Last recorded98,915 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Citroen C588,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD51 PYH
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2001
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2013 98,915 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

both sides front and both sides rear suspension units damp

rear number plate light dim

Pass 9 May 2012 88,232 miles

Front suspension units damp

Rear suspension units damp

Fail 8 May 2012 88,228 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Front suspension units damp

Rear suspension units damp

Pass 21 Jun 2011 84,295 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)

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

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

Pass 17 Jun 2010 80,476 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2009 76,041 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 70,224 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2007 63,807 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 51,973 miles

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

n/s/f shocker unit has stain around it unable to see fluid leaking

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 PYH is a 2001 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 PYH, 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 FD51 PYH registered?

FD51 PYH is a 2001 Citroen C5, first registered on 29 November 2001.

Is FD51 PYH safe to buy?

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