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FP51 YGE

2001 Citroen C5

Blue Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

133,476 mi
Last recorded133,476 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2013
Typical for 2001 Citroen C588,923 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 YGE
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2013 133,476 miles

Oil leak

Pass 26 Sep 2012 127,441 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 119,653 miles

slight exhaust blow from centre box and rear joint

Fail 17 Oct 2011 119,653 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

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

slight exhaust blow from centre box and rear joint

Pass 6 Oct 2010 110,203 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 99,091 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2008 86,508 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Oil leak

Fail 15 Oct 2007 74,343 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 15 Oct 2007 74,343 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 63,587 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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FP51 YGE is a 2001 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FP51 YGE, 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 FP51 YGE registered?

FP51 YGE is a 2001 Citroen C5, first registered on 26 November 2001.

Is FP51 YGE safe to buy?

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