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VN02 CWW

2002 Citroen C5

Grey Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Nov 2026
Tests27 (20 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate74.1%

Mileage

107,711 mi
Last recorded107,711 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Citroen C589,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN02 CWW
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

20 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 107,711 miles
Fail 5 Nov 2025 107,671 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emits dense blue smoke at idle (8.2.1.2 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 105,581 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 102,353 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2022 100,179 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2021 97,840 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Under bonnet & underside covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Fail 16 Nov 2021 97,834 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

Under bonnet & underside covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 17 Nov 2020 95,620 miles

Under bonnet & underside covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Fail 17 Nov 2020 95,619 miles

Emissions not tested Due to excessive exhaust gas leaks (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Central & rear (8.2.1.1 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm outer edge (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Under bonnet & underside covers fitted obscuring some testable items

Pass 14 May 2019 90,546 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Under bonnet covers & underside trays fitted obscuring some testable items

Fail 14 May 2019 90,546 miles

Nearside Front Suspension pipe leaking (5.3.5 (c))

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

Offside Front Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Under bonnet covers & underside trays fitted obscuring some testable items

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2018 85,468 miles

Oil leak ()

under trays fitted

Fail 15 May 2018 85,468 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

under trays fitted

Pass 16 May 2017 81,340 miles

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Fail 16 May 2017 81,340 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

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

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 May 2016 77,277 miles
Fail 11 May 2016 77,277 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 May 2015 73,296 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2014 67,818 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

rear exhaust box deteriorated

Pass 7 May 2013 62,558 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2012 56,682 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 51,659 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 46,277 miles
Pass 19 May 2009 41,991 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 35,574 miles
Pass 1 May 2007 28,951 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 20,345 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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VN02 CWW is a 2002 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 74.1%.

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 VN02 CWW, 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 VN02 CWW registered?

VN02 CWW is a 2002 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 May 2002.

Is VN02 CWW safe to buy?

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