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Y624 YCW

2001 Citroen C5

Blue Petrol 2946cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Mar 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

115,481 mi
Last recorded115,481 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2014
Typical for 2001 Citroen C588,923 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY624 YCW
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,946cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2014 115,481 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

bonnet protruding badge fitted

engine oil leaks

front seat belts slow to retract

nearside front and offside front top suspension mounts slightly corroded

rear brake discs slightly corroded

rear suspension units corroding

under covers fitted unable to fully inspect

Pass 26 Mar 2013 108,502 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

Fail 22 Mar 2013 108,602 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

eml on

Pass 6 Mar 2012 95,552 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 87,294 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 82,269 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 77,445 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 67,504 miles

n/s/r tyre worn on outside edge no cuts or core showing

Pass 8 Mar 2007 59,876 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2006 51,215 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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Y624 YCW is a 2001 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 2,946cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2001 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.9% with a typical mileage of 88,923 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 Y624 YCW, 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 25 years old, this Citroen C5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y624 YCW registered?

Y624 YCW is a 2001 Citroen C5, first registered on 29 March 2001.

Is Y624 YCW safe to buy?

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