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SG52 DFN

2002 Citroen C5

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2015
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

164,890 mi
Last recorded164,890 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2014
Typical for 2002 Citroen C589,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSG52 DFN
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2014 164,890 miles

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

nsr tyre condition poor and close to legal limit

Pass 9 Oct 2013 161,024 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2012 153,870 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 147,473 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2011 147,473 miles

Nearside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 24 Aug 2010 143,801 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2009 139,499 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 133,936 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 128,087 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2007 128,087 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt affected by an insecure seat fixing (5.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Pass 19 Sep 2006 122,638 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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SG52 DFN is a 2002 Citroen C5 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel 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 SG52 DFN, 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.

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What year was SG52 DFN registered?

SG52 DFN is a 2002 Citroen C5, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is SG52 DFN safe to buy?

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