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LJ52 XWU

2002 Citroen C5

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

105,585 mi
Last recorded105,585 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2013
Typical for 2002 Citroen C589,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ52 XWU
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2013 105,585 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2012 98,277 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 91,215 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 84,662 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 79,918 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 77,032 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2007 73,183 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2007 73,145 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2006 67,038 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 52,679 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2005 52,679 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

Offside brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i) DANGEROUS

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

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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LJ52 XWU is a 2002 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LJ52 XWU, 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 LJ52 XWU registered?

LJ52 XWU is a 2002 Citroen C5, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is LJ52 XWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ52 XWU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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