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GK51 XKU

2001 Citroen C5

Silver Petrol 2946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

126,001 mi
Last recorded126,001 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2017
Typical for 2001 Citroen C588,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK51 XKU
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,946cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2017 126,001 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2017 126,001 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Nov 2016 115,336 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2016 115,336 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 27 Nov 2015 113,263 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 111,020 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 4 Nov 2013 105,867 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2012 101,436 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2011 97,081 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 91,531 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 85,004 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Oct 2008 79,337 miles

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

Pass 1 Nov 2007 71,311 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2006 62,295 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2006 62,295 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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GK51 XKU is a 2001 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 2,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 GK51 XKU, 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.

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What year was GK51 XKU registered?

GK51 XKU is a 2001 Citroen C5, first registered on 3 September 2001.

Is GK51 XKU safe to buy?

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