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VA02 FGE

2002 Citroen C5

Grey Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Jul 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

40,188 mi
Last recorded40,188 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2018
Typical for 2002 Citroen C589,012 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA02 FGE
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2018 40,188 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 38,280 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 35,736 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2015 33,033 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 31,182 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2013 30,158 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 30,158 miles

Nearside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 25 Jun 2012 28,348 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 8 Jul 2011 26,575 miles

nearside front strut damp

Fail 7 Jul 2011 26,570 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Rear Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

nearside front strut damp

Pass 20 Jul 2010 24,616 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2010 24,616 miles

Centre Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2009 21,575 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 21,575 miles

Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 18,998 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2008 18,998 miles

Rear Fluid suspension leaking (2.4.D.2)

Pass 24 Jul 2007 15,357 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 12,200 miles

Nearside Front front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

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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VA02 FGE is a 2002 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 VA02 FGE, 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 VA02 FGE registered?

VA02 FGE is a 2002 Citroen C5, first registered on 23 August 2002.

Is VA02 FGE safe to buy?

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