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FX51 CLC

2001 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Aug 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

124,160 mi
Last recorded124,160 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2016
Typical for 2001 Citroen C588,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX51 CLC
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2016 124,160 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 110,567 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2014 96,219 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 86,596 miles

Back box is peeling

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

Pass 21 Sep 2012 70,656 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 49,591 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 34,344 miles

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

Pass 28 Sep 2009 32,281 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 30,164 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2007 27,767 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Sep 2007 27,767 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 24,540 miles

advise some corrosion on rear brake discs.

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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FX51 CLC is a 2001 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FX51 CLC, 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

How do I check the history of FX51 CLC?

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What year was FX51 CLC registered?

FX51 CLC is a 2001 Citroen C5, first registered on 29 September 2001.

Is FX51 CLC safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX51 CLC shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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