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MM51 EXX

2002 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

143,462 mi
Last recorded143,462 miles
Recorded on10 Aug 2015
Typical for 2002 Citroen C589,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM51 EXX
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Aug 2015 143,462 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 142,613 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2015 142,613 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 19 Feb 2014 128,754 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

exhaust back box deteriorating

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Pass 19 Feb 2014 128,754 miles

Oil leak

exhaust back box deteriorating

n/s/f tyre wearing on outer edge

o/s/f tyre wearing on inner edge

Fail 25 Feb 2013 118,806 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 25 Feb 2013 118,806 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 110,205 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2012 110,205 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

both rear tyres worn close to limit

Pass 22 Feb 2011 103,827 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 94,714 miles

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

Oil leak

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 27 Feb 2009 89,035 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 75,529 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2007 62,982 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 52,358 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2006 52,148 miles

Headlamp not in good working order (not working) (1.2.4a)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

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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MM51 EXX is a 2002 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 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 MM51 EXX, 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 MM51 EXX registered?

MM51 EXX is a 2002 Citroen C5, first registered on 21 January 2002.

Is MM51 EXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM51 EXX shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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