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GU51 VTA

2001 Citroen C5

Silver Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2017
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

90,285 mi
Last recorded90,285 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2017
Typical for 2001 Citroen C588,923 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 VTA
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Fail 2 Aug 2017 90,285 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases section (7.1.2)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 88,511 miles

Hydraulic fluid leak around the resevoir.

N/S/F drop link dust cover is perishing.

Wipers smear.

Pass 1 Sep 2015 83,329 miles

exhaust box corroded

unable to fully see brakes recomend inspection

Pass 15 Sep 2014 79,546 miles

Both rear tyres are worn almost to the limit on the outer edges. N/S/R tyre is punctured.

Pass 18 Sep 2013 75,611 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 71,236 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2012 71,236 miles

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 66,366 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)

Fail 6 Sep 2011 66,366 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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)

Pass 22 Sep 2010 61,945 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 56,299 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2009 56,299 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Power steering pump leaking from a failed seal (2.3.3b)

Steering column universal joint has slight play (2.1.5)

Pass 9 Sep 2008 50,278 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2007 44,439 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 37,815 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2005 30,626 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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GU51 VTA is a 2001 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GU51 VTA, 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 VTA registered?

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

Is GU51 VTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU51 VTA shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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