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YR51 LLJ

2001 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

152,355 mi
Last recorded152,355 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2020
Typical for 2001 Citroen C588,923 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYR51 LLJ
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2020 152,355 miles

Both Front Tyres worn on edge

Both rear Tyres cracking between tread

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front & rear disc pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Exhaust back box leak

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Rear Suspension accumulator damaged but not to excess dust cover damage (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip outside zone A (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 145,789 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front & back Exhaust system slight leak (6.1.2 (a))

Front Side repeater slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))

Front number plate cracking

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Suspension unit damaged but not to excess dust cover damage Both (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2018 139,006 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 133,804 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2016 127,670 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 124,692 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2014 122,447 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2013 120,720 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 118,745 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2011 115,764 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 112,345 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2009 108,625 miles

couldn't see front brake pads

n,s,f tyre has cut on outer sidewall but not exposing cords

Fail 9 Jun 2009 108,466 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

couldn't see front brake pads

n,s,f tyre has cut on outer sidewall but not exposing cords

Pass 12 Jun 2008 99,866 miles

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

front disc pads low.

full engine undertray fitted.,

n/s & o/s underfloor covers fitted.

possible gear oil leak,engine undertray damp with oil.

Fail 7 Jun 2008 99,594 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

exhaust slight leak @ joint to centre section.

front disc pads low.

full engine undertray fitted.,

n/s & o/s underfloor covers fitted.

possible gear oil leak,engine undertray damp with oil.

Pass 31 May 2007 91,196 miles

slight dampness at n/s/r suspension sphere

Pass 1 Jun 2006 81,173 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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YR51 LLJ is a 2001 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 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 YR51 LLJ, 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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YR51 LLJ is a 2001 Citroen C5, first registered on 18 September 2001.

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