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Y811 OFB

2001 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Jun 2018
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

138,932 mi
Last recorded138,932 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2017
Typical for 2001 Citroen C588,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY811 OFB
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Jun 2017 138,932 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 29 Jun 2017 138,932 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Oil leak ()

Pass 23 May 2016 135,589 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil BOTH (2.7.3)

Pass 13 May 2015 129,327 miles
Pass 2 May 2014 122,248 miles

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

Fail 1 May 2014 122,248 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 3 May 2013 117,074 miles

n/s/f and n/s/r tyre tread worn

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 3 May 2013 117,074 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

n/s/f and n/s/r tyre tread worn

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 1 May 2012 109,351 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 91,009 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 91,009 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater missing (1.4.A.2b)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 7 Apr 2010 68,994 miles
Fail 7 Apr 2010 68,994 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 20 Apr 2009 55,162 miles

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

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

Slight play in steering column

Pass 16 Apr 2008 39,218 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2007 32,398 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2006 26,813 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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Y811 OFB is a 2001 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 Y811 OFB, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was Y811 OFB registered?

Y811 OFB is a 2001 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 April 2001.

Is Y811 OFB safe to buy?

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