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KU02 BVN

2002 Citroen C5

Green Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Mar 2012
Tests11 (6 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate54.5%

Mileage

162,059 mi
Last recorded162,059 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2012
Typical for 2002 Citroen C589,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKU02 BVN
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

6 pass 5 fail
Fail 20 Nov 2012 162,059 miles

Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 156,014 miles

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

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

both number plate lamp lenses missing

n/s/r light lens cracked

Pass 30 Mar 2010 143,554 miles

both rear number plate lamp lenses missing

offside front wiper blade split

Fail 29 Mar 2010 143,554 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

both rear number plate lamp lenses missing

offside front wiper blade split

Pass 27 Mar 2009 130,390 miles

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

Fail 25 Mar 2009 130,381 miles

Front registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2008 110,521 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 93,554 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2007 93,554 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 22 Mar 2006 78,192 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 78,192 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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KU02 BVN is a 2002 Citroen C5 in Green with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 54.5%.

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 KU02 BVN, 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

How do I check the history of KU02 BVN?

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What year was KU02 BVN registered?

KU02 BVN is a 2002 Citroen C5, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is KU02 BVN safe to buy?

The MOT history for KU02 BVN shows 11 tests with a 54.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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