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VN02 YSR

2002 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Mar 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

230,517 mi
Last recorded230,517 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2018
Typical for 2002 Citroen C589,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN02 YSR
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2018 230,517 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2018 230,517 miles

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

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

rear hydraulic fluid suspension damp

underside shields fitted,inner wheel arch covers fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 23 Jul 2015 222,137 miles

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

Oil leak

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

corossion on exhaust back box

Pass 24 Jul 2014 215,398 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2014 215,192 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 200,935 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2012 192,824 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2012 192,824 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 178,525 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 156,359 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2009 137,248 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 137,248 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 113,468 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 92,452 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 71,671 miles

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

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 YSR is a 2002 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 YSR, 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 YSR registered?

VN02 YSR is a 2002 Citroen C5, first registered on 12 July 2002.

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