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GU51 OWZ

2001 Citroen C5

Green Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jan 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

114,343 mi
Last recorded114,343 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2019
Typical for 2001 Citroen C588,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 OWZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2019 114,343 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 17 Sep 2018 114,299 miles

Nearside Front Suspension pipe leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension bellows leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension bellows leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Hatch back door unable to open. Inspection to boot area via rear seats. Needs repairing

Rear Suspension unit damaged but not to excess both (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2017 112,613 miles

front brake pads appear low

rear exhaust box in poor condition

Fail 14 Jun 2017 112,613 miles

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

Nearside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking shock absorber (2.4.D.2)

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

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

front brake pads appear low

rear exhaust box in poor condition

Pass 28 May 2016 108,143 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 102,827 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 94,187 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 89,021 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 84,208 miles
Fail 21 May 2012 84,207 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Lower Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 20 May 2011 78,235 miles
Fail 20 May 2011 78,235 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2010 72,233 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 65,821 miles
Fail 12 May 2009 65,821 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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 17 May 2008 58,484 miles
Fail 17 May 2008 58,484 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 3 May 2007 49,161 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 41,077 miles
Fail 4 May 2006 41,077 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2005 40,414 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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GU51 OWZ is a 2001 Citroen C5 in Green with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 GU51 OWZ, 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 GU51 OWZ registered?

GU51 OWZ is a 2001 Citroen C5, first registered on 1 September 2001.

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