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Y638 PHR

2001 Citroen C5

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

131,174 mi
Last recorded131,174 miles
Recorded on12 Dec 2013
Typical for 2001 Citroen C588,923 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY638 PHR
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 12 Dec 2013 131,174 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Dec 2013 131,174 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2012 122,641 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2011 113,168 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 103,114 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2010 103,114 miles

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

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

OUTERSILLS PLASTIC COVERS ON.

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

Pass 17 Dec 2009 94,146 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2008 84,429 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2008 78,443 miles

possible very slight leak from diesel filter

Fail 18 Jan 2008 78,443 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

possible very slight leak from diesel filter

Pass 29 Jan 2007 68,950 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 67,367 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2006 67,367 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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Y638 PHR is a 2001 Citroen C5 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 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 Y638 PHR, 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 Y638 PHR registered?

Y638 PHR is a 2001 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 April 2001.

Is Y638 PHR safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y638 PHR shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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