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VX02 OWH

2002 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Feb 2020
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

152,453 mi
Last recorded152,453 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2019
Typical for 2002 Citroen C589,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX02 OWH
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2019 152,453 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2019 152,450 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 148,869 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 148,869 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 144,887 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2017 144,886 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 142,135 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 26 Feb 2015 139,504 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 139,504 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 130,024 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2013 125,924 miles

n/s front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 1 Mar 2012 117,656 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 8 Mar 2011 105,443 miles

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

Fail 3 Mar 2011 105,290 miles

Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2010 96,673 miles

Oil leak

Fail 17 Mar 2010 96,673 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Oil leak

Pass 26 Feb 2009 85,205 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 78,654 miles

Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 66,390 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 52,011 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 52,011 miles

Offside Front Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.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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VX02 OWH is a 2002 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VX02 OWH, 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 VX02 OWH registered?

VX02 OWH is a 2002 Citroen C5, first registered on 15 March 2002.

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