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GL51 HVV

2001 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2015
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

173,865 mi
Last recorded173,865 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2016
Typical for 2001 Citroen C588,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 HVV
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Fail 16 Jan 2016 173,865 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

Hazard warning tell tale not working correctly (1.4.B.1e)

Nearside Front Fluid suspension pipe leaking pipe split (2.4.D.2)

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

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

Pass 25 Nov 2014 171,157 miles

n/s/f fluid suspension vent hose split

Pass 15 Nov 2013 166,081 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 5 Nov 2012 154,553 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 143,425 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2010 130,660 miles

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

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)

Pass 14 Nov 2009 117,939 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 106,164 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 97,459 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 82,618 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 67,177 miles

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

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

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

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

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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GL51 HVV is a 2001 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GL51 HVV, 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 GL51 HVV registered?

GL51 HVV is a 2001 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 November 2001.

Is GL51 HVV safe to buy?

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