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GL51 SWV

2001 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Feb 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

88,766 mi
Last recorded88,766 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2015
Typical for 2001 Citroen C588,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2015 88,766 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2013 85,131 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2012 82,019 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2011 79,628 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 76,066 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 72,476 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2009 72,476 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Nov 2008 68,798 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 63,325 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2006 59,017 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2005 49,137 miles

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 SWV 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 SWV, 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

How do I check the history of GL51 SWV?

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What year was GL51 SWV registered?

GL51 SWV is a 2001 Citroen C5, first registered on 29 November 2001.

Is GL51 SWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL51 SWV shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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