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FX52 BXN

2002 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2013
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

212,814 mi
Last recorded212,814 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2012
Typical for 2002 Citroen C589,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX52 BXN
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2012 212,814 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2011 200,456 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 23 Feb 2011 183,907 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 169,289 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 156,048 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 142,516 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 19 Feb 2009 128,153 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2008 112,104 miles

Cover fitted over front subframe/steering rack area

Covers fitted over centre over car covering brake and fuel pipes

Fail 1 Sep 2008 112,093 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Cover fitted over front subframe/steering rack area

Covers fitted over centre over car covering brake and fuel pipes

Pass 24 Oct 2007 108,894 miles

engine floor and sill covers fitted

Fail 24 Oct 2007 108,894 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

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

engine floor and sill covers fitted

Pass 27 Oct 2006 102,228 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2006 102,228 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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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FX52 BXN is a 2002 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2002 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 89,012 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 FX52 BXN, 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 24 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 FX52 BXN registered?

FX52 BXN is a 2002 Citroen C5, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is FX52 BXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX52 BXN shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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