BT51 XAL

2001 CITROEN — MOT History, Mileage & AI Check

Data from DVLA & DVSA records, last checked 11 June 2026.

Vehicle details

Make & model
CITROEN
Year
2001
Fuel
DIESEL
Colour
SILVER
Engine
1997 cc
Tax status (as of 11 June 2026)
SORN
MOT status (as of 11 June 2026)
Not valid
MOT due
was due 16 July 2013
Last recorded mileage
114,789 mi

AI verdict AVOID 22/100

AI analysis by CarGPT, generated 11 June 2026 from this vehicle's MOT record. Not professional advice — always inspect before buying.

This 2001 Citroen has 13 MOT tests on record with a 69% pass rate and 114,789 miles. The high mileage and recurring failures make this a high-risk purchase.

A critical mileage anomaly exists: 150,474 miles (Jul 2009) decreased to 20,020 miles (Jul 2010), then increased to 189,486 miles (Jul 2011), indicating potential odometer tampering.

Things to check

  • AUTO-FLAGGED: Odometer fraud signal: Mileage decreased between Jul 2009 (150,474 mi) and Jul 2010 (20,020 mi) — possible odometer tamperi
  • No valid MOT since 2013-07-16, making it illegal to drive on public roads.
  • Mileage decreased 130,454 miles between Jul 2009 and Jul 2010, a strong indicator of odometer fraud.
  • High annual mileage of 18,122 miles/yr significantly exceeds UK average, leading to accelerated wear.

Working in its favour

  • No recent MOT failures or advisories, indicating the owner addressed immediate issues.
  • Euro NCAP safety rating of 4/5 stars (2017) suggests a generally safe vehicle.
  • Consistent high mileage over its lifespan, indicating regular use and maintenance.
  • No evidence of outstanding finance (HPI check needed) or write-off markers in the provided data.

Mileage history

Nov 2005: 114,789 mi PASSNov 2006: 120,775 mi FAILNov 2006: 120,775 mi PASSNov 2007: 126,399 mi FAILNov 2007: 126,399 mi PASSJul 2008: 129,965 mi FAILJul 2008: 129,965 mi PASSJul 2009: 150,474 mi PASSJul 2010: 20,020 mi PASSJul 2010: 169,391 mi PASSJul 2011: 189,486 mi FAILJul 2011: 189,486 mi PASSJul 2012: 208,734 mi PASS209k114k20kNov 2005Jul 2012

MOT test history — 9/13 passed

DateResultMileageDefects & advisories
Nov 2005 PASS 114,789 mi
ADVISORY Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Nov 2006 FAIL 120,775 mi
FAIL Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
FAIL Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
USER ENTERED offside number plate light lens missing
USER ENTERED Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
USER ENTERED drivers door window is faulty
Nov 2006 PASS 120,775 mi None recorded
Nov 2007 FAIL 126,399 mi
FAIL Offside Front position lamp(s) not in good working order (function impaired) (1.1.4a)
FAIL Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
FAIL Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
FAIL Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
FAIL Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
ADVISORY Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
ADVISORY Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
ADVISORY Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
USER ENTERED Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
USER ENTERED nearside mirror damaged
Nov 2007 PASS 126,399 mi
ADVISORY Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
ADVISORY Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
ADVISORY Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
ADVISORY Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
USER ENTERED Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
USER ENTERED nearside mirror damaged
Jul 2008 FAIL 129,965 mi
FAIL Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
FAIL Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
FAIL Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
USER ENTERED nearside and offside front tyres worn on edge
Jul 2008 PASS 129,965 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
USER ENTERED nearside and offside front tyres worn on edge
Jul 2009 PASS 150,474 mi
ADVISORY Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Jul 2010 PASS 20,020 mi None recorded
Jul 2010 PASS 169,391 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Jul 2011 FAIL 189,486 mi
PRS Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Jul 2011 PASS 189,486 mi
ADVISORY Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
ADVISORY Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Jul 2012 PASS 208,734 mi
USER ENTERED some deteration of n/s/f and o/s/f lower arm rear bushes
USER ENTERED slight front brake imbalance
USER ENTERED n/s/f innerrack joint free play

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