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HY02 TCJ

2002 Citroen C5

Grey Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Apr 2017
Tests20 (12 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

118,801 mi
Last recorded118,801 miles
Recorded on29 Mar 2017
Typical for 2002 Citroen C589,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY02 TCJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

12 pass 8 fail
Fail 29 Mar 2017 118,801 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

Front brake discs worn

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/65r15 (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge worn and tread perished 205/65r15 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 108,999 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/65r15 (4.1.E.1)

Fail 23 Mar 2016 108,999 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre to rear joint (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 205/65r15 (4.1.E.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2015 99,948 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2014 93,102 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2014 92,728 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately supported (3.6.B.1)

Nearside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Slight brake bind on the offside front wheel

Pass 4 Apr 2013 88,855 miles

crankcase vent hose broken

Fail 2 Apr 2013 88,852 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe kinked (3.6.B.2b)

Nearside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)

crankcase vent hose broken

Pass 23 Feb 2012 83,520 miles

n/s/r fog light lens damaged just ok

Fail 23 Feb 2012 83,520 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

n/s/r fog light lens damaged just ok

Pass 7 Mar 2011 78,970 miles

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

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

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

nearside front tyre wearing on the outer edge

nearside rear fog lamp lens broken

offside rear tyre has 3mm tread

Fail 2 Mar 2011 78,970 miles

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

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

nearside front tyre wearing on the outer edge

nearside rear fog lamp lens broken

offside rear tyre has 3mm tread

Pass 2 Mar 2010 73,876 miles

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

offside rear tyre has 2mm tread

Pass 3 Mar 2009 66,562 miles

slight play in offside inner steering rack bush

Fail 2 Mar 2009 68,550 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Emissions not tested (7.0)

slight play in offside inner steering rack bush

Pass 3 Jun 2008 64,575 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2008 64,575 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2008 60,422 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2007 40,351 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 38,423 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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HY02 TCJ is a 2002 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 HY02 TCJ, 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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HY02 TCJ is a 2002 Citroen C5, first registered on 28 March 2002.

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