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GF51 EYX

2001 Citroen C5

Green Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Apr 2014
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

139,730 mi
Last recorded139,730 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2013
Typical for 2001 Citroen C588,923 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 EYX
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2013 139,730 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 125,254 miles

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

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

Fail 3 Apr 2012 124,254 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2011 110,549 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 93,174 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2009 92,734 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 25 Apr 2009 92,734 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2008 92,502 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 92,502 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 79,057 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 60,363 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 31 Mar 2006 60,363 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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GF51 EYX is a 2001 Citroen C5 in Green with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GF51 EYX, 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 GF51 EYX registered?

GF51 EYX is a 2001 Citroen C5, first registered on 29 September 2001.

Is GF51 EYX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF51 EYX shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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