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BN53 DAO

2003 Citroen C5

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2022
Tests25 (16 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate64%

Mileage

228,506 mi
Last recorded228,506 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2021
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN53 DAO
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 9 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2021 228,506 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

sill covers,under trays and engine cover fitted

Fail 6 Oct 2021 228,504 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

sill covers,under trays and engine cover fitted

Pass 4 Nov 2020 227,049 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

sill covers,engine cover and under trays fitted

Fail 22 Oct 2020 227,027 miles

Offside Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

sill covers,engine cover and under trays fitted

Pass 2 Oct 2019 223,786 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

sill covers,under trays and engine cover fitted

Fail 24 Sep 2019 223,592 miles

Fuel system component leaking at fuel filter (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension pipe leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Suspension pipe damaged or deteriorated and function affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

sill covers,under trays and engine cover fitted

Pass 18 Sep 2018 214,426 miles

Nearside Front Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

under trays and sill covers fitted

Fail 18 Sep 2018 214,426 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Suspension pipe damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

under trays and sill covers fitted

Pass 26 Sep 2017 201,502 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 27 Sep 2016 187,400 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2016 187,400 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 28 Sep 2015 174,207 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 23 Sep 2014 160,073 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2013 147,026 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2012 134,936 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2012 134,936 miles

Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Rear registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)

Pass 29 Sep 2011 121,203 miles

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 107,592 miles

o/s/r wheel rubbing brake caliper

Fail 29 Sep 2010 107,592 miles

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

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

o/s/r wheel rubbing brake caliper

Fail 23 Sep 2009 92,778 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 23 Sep 2009 92,778 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 77,726 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)

Fail 26 Sep 2008 77,726 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Sep 2007 63,699 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 45,157 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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BN53 DAO is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BN53 DAO, 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 BN53 DAO registered?

BN53 DAO is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 3 September 2003.

Is BN53 DAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN53 DAO shows 25 tests with a 64% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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