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BG53 LCU

2003 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2015
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

137,114 mi
Last recorded137,114 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG53 LCU
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 8 Nov 2014 137,114 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2013 127,841 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2012 124,213 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 118,576 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 108,849 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 97,414 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2008 79,674 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 76,954 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 56,458 miles

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)

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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BG53 LCU is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.5% with a typical mileage of 86,280 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 BG53 LCU, 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 23 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 BG53 LCU registered?

BG53 LCU is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 19 November 2003.

Is BG53 LCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG53 LCU shows 9 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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