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CX53 FXL

2003 Citroen C5

Grey Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2018
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,992 mi
Last recorded68,992 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX53 FXL
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 21 Aug 2017 68,992 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2016 66,977 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 64,526 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 61,167 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2013 58,841 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 56,346 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 52,360 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 49,037 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 43,916 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 39,472 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2007 34,204 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2006 27,268 miles

FRONT TYRES TO 3.5 MM

N/S/R TYRE 5.5MM

O/S/R TYRE TO 6.0MM

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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CX53 FXL is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 CX53 FXL, 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 CX53 FXL registered?

CX53 FXL is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 17 September 2003.

Is CX53 FXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX53 FXL shows 12 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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