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MA52 ZRV

2002 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

123,905 mi
Last recorded123,905 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Citroen C589,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA52 ZRV
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 123,905 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Dec 2024 122,186 miles

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 120,482 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 117,994 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 114,322 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 112,970 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2019 110,741 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 108,791 miles

Nearside Rear tyre perishing

Pass 12 Sep 2017 104,361 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn outside edge

Pass 15 Sep 2016 101,397 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 98,252 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 94,527 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2013 90,633 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2012 86,581 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2011 147,046 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2010 78,744 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2009 73,253 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2008 67,500 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Sep 2008 67,500 miles

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

Pass 18 Sep 2007 62,521 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 54,214 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2005 42,765 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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MA52 ZRV is a 2002 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 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 MA52 ZRV, 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 MA52 ZRV registered?

MA52 ZRV is a 2002 Citroen C5, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is MA52 ZRV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA52 ZRV shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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