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SO51 DWZ

2002 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2016
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

112,302 mi
Last recorded112,302 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 Citroen C589,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO51 DWZ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2015 112,302 miles

Bad oil leak

Front Trackrod/steering rack joints worn at both sides

Fail 10 Nov 2015 112,296 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Bad oil leak

Front Trackrod/steering rack joints worn at both sides

Pass 3 Nov 2014 94,941 miles

ABS waning light came on and went off during test, ABS system may need adjustment or repair

Brake warning fault indicated, brakes may need adjustment or repair

Oil leak

Slight weepage from both front fluid shock absorbers

Fail 3 Nov 2014 94,939 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

ABS waning light came on and went off during test, ABS system may need adjustment or repair

Brake warning fault indicated, brakes may need adjustment or repair

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

Oil leak

Slight weepage from both front fluid shock absorbers

Pass 19 Nov 2013 81,625 miles

Oil leak

driversdoor inner handle stiff, but still opens from inside

intermittant immobiliser fault occured during mot

Fail 19 Nov 2013 81,625 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Brake warning light illuminated

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak

Pass 26 Oct 2012 76,435 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 68,496 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 59,103 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2010 47,620 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2008 45,389 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 44,200 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 39,827 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2006 33,789 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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SO51 DWZ is a 2002 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 SO51 DWZ, 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 SO51 DWZ registered?

SO51 DWZ is a 2002 Citroen C5, first registered on 22 January 2002.

Is SO51 DWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for SO51 DWZ shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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