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FY52 XWG

2002 Citroen C5

Grey Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Nov 2025
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

121,043 mi
Last recorded121,043 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2024
Typical for 2002 Citroen C589,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 XWG
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2024 121,043 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2023 120,844 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front driveshaft boot has a slight leak of grease

Nearside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 15 Nov 2022 120,277 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 119,382 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2021 119,382 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 18 Nov 2020 118,670 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2019 117,200 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2018 115,143 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2018 115,143 miles

Central Rear Suspension component leaking Return Pipe leaking inside sub frame (5.3.5 (c))

Offside Rear Suspension unit leaking Suspension Ram (5.3.5 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 112,055 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2016 107,751 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2015 102,670 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 98,206 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Jul 2014 98,206 miles

Centre Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 11 Jul 2013 93,204 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 87,338 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2012 87,199 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

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

Pass 12 Jul 2011 81,871 miles

Advise front brake pads worn. Aprox 5mm

Pass 12 Jul 2010 76,807 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2009 72,511 miles

front tyres low and perishing

n/s/f power steering pipe leak

rear tyres low on tread and perishing

Pass 16 Jul 2008 67,196 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2008 67,196 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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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FY52 XWG is a 2002 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 FY52 XWG, 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

How do I check the history of FY52 XWG?

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What year was FY52 XWG registered?

FY52 XWG is a 2002 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is FY52 XWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FY52 XWG shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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