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GU52 EKX

2002 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2015
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

97,484 mi
Last recorded97,484 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2014
Typical for 2002 Citroen C589,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU52 EKX
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2014 97,484 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2013 88,001 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Possible hydraulic fluid leak from nearside front wheel arch, behind trim. Recommend full check.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

o/s/r tyre worn inner edge

Fail 18 Nov 2013 87,989 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside front tyre worn smooth on inner shoulder.

Possible hydraulic fluid leak from nearside front wheel arch, behind trim. Recommend full check.

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2012 79,897 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2012 79,897 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2011 70,053 miles

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

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside CVJ boot rubs slightly on hub

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Both rear wheels rub on the brake calipers!!

Fail 8 Nov 2011 69,938 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Nearside Front Suspension has inadequate clearance with the chassis (2.4.A.1a)

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

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

Front bumper and undertray not fully secured

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside CVJ boot rubs slightly on hub

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Both rear wheels rub on the brake calipers!!

Pass 26 Oct 2010 60,152 miles

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 21 Oct 2010 60,111 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Oct 2009 57,189 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2009 57,183 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2008 54,894 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 49,287 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2006 31,925 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2005 21,373 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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GU52 EKX is a 2002 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2002 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 89,012 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 GU52 EKX, 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 24 years old, this Citroen C5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GU52 EKX registered?

GU52 EKX is a 2002 Citroen C5, first registered on 25 October 2002.

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