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LA51 BJE

2002 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2013
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

180,734 mi
Last recorded180,734 miles
Recorded on5 May 2012
Typical for 2002 Citroen C589,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA51 BJE
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 May 2012 180,734 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Fail 2 Jun 2011 172,935 miles

wiper rubbers split

o/s/r suspension unit/pipe damp

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

n/s/f inner wing cover insecure

Pass 2 Jun 2011 172,935 miles

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

n/s/f inner wing cover insecure

o/s/r suspension unit/pipe damp

wiper rubbers split

Pass 22 May 2010 163,133 miles

n/s number plate light cover missing

n/s/f inner wing cover insecure

Pass 14 May 2009 154,733 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 146,896 miles
Fail 29 May 2008 146,896 miles

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

Pass 22 May 2007 130,436 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 130,436 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Front 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 punctured

Pass 3 Jun 2006 114,815 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2006 114,815 miles

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

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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LA51 BJE is a 2002 Citroen C5 in Black with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 LA51 BJE, 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 LA51 BJE registered?

LA51 BJE is a 2002 Citroen C5, first registered on 8 January 2002.

Is LA51 BJE safe to buy?

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