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LA51 TGJ

2002 Citroen C5

Green Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Apr 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

114,260 mi
Last recorded114,260 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2016
Typical for 2002 Citroen C589,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA51 TGJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2016 114,260 miles

front drop links worn / osf rear wishbone bush worn / rear axcel mount bushes movment

Pass 28 Feb 2015 108,850 miles

minor play at rack

Pass 15 Feb 2014 103,412 miles

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

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

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 23 Feb 2013 98,995 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 15 Feb 2012 94,843 miles

Front both suspensions slightly misty of oil

Pass 15 Feb 2011 88,274 miles

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

Fail 15 Feb 2011 88,274 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Pass 22 Feb 2010 82,558 miles

Front Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

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

Pass 18 Feb 2009 78,118 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2008 72,509 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2007 68,142 miles

slight leak on both front shock absorbers

unable to open n/s rear door

Pass 2 Feb 2006 52,914 miles

Offside rear tyre is very near the legal limit of tread on the outer edge.

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 TGJ is a 2002 Citroen C5 in Green with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 TGJ, 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 TGJ registered?

LA51 TGJ is a 2002 Citroen C5, first registered on 13 February 2002.

Is LA51 TGJ safe to buy?

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