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GJ51 SXP

2001 Citroen C5

Blue Petrol 2946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jul 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

92,347 mi
Last recorded92,347 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2015
Typical for 2001 Citroen C588,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ51 SXP
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,946cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2015 92,347 miles

unable to cearly see disc pads

Pass 30 Jun 2014 86,555 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 79,889 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 73,437 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 5 Jul 2011 64,187 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 5 Jul 2011 64,187 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 28 Jun 2010 59,515 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 53,546 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 48,643 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 48,643 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 Aug 2007 41,758 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2006 36,003 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2006 36,003 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

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

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

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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GJ51 SXP is a 2001 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 2,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 GJ51 SXP, 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 GJ51 SXP registered?

GJ51 SXP is a 2001 Citroen C5, first registered on 13 September 2001.

Is GJ51 SXP safe to buy?

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