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AE02 VPX

2002 Citroen C5

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jul 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

116,078 mi
Last recorded116,078 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2010
Typical for 2002 Citroen C589,012 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE02 VPX
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2010 116,078 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2010 116,077 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Mar 2009 110,582 miles

n/s rear door will not open from inside or outside the vehicle

Pass 26 Feb 2008 99,446 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 93,932 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 93,360 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Pass 21 Feb 2006 84,963 miles

(Rear number plate dirty)

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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AE02 VPX is a 2002 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 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 AE02 VPX, 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 AE02 VPX registered?

AE02 VPX is a 2002 Citroen C5, first registered on 19 March 2002.

Is AE02 VPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE02 VPX shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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