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HW02 LPV

2002 Citroen C5

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2015
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

143,174 mi
Last recorded143,174 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2014
Typical for 2002 Citroen C589,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHW02 LPV
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2014 143,174 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front bumper loose

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r suspension unit dust cover split

slight diesel leak from engine bay area

Fail 14 Jan 2014 143,174 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Front bumper loose

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s/r suspension unit dust cover split

slight diesel leak from engine bay area

Pass 9 Jan 2013 134,722 miles

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

engine been cleaned and now dry

Fail 2 Jan 2013 134,707 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2011 123,372 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)

Pass 17 Dec 2010 116,341 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 114,108 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2008 106,528 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 1 Aug 2008 106,528 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2007 85,066 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 66,250 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2006 66,250 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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
Full Citroen C5 reliability report

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HW02 LPV is a 2002 Citroen C5 in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 HW02 LPV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was HW02 LPV registered?

HW02 LPV is a 2002 Citroen C5, first registered on 22 June 2002.

Is HW02 LPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for HW02 LPV shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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