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EG53 OUV

2004 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

210,029 mi
Last recorded210,029 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2018
Typical for 2004 Citroen C583,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEG53 OUV
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2018 210,029 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement FRONT (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 30 Aug 2017 196,030 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 155,892 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 115,896 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2015 115,896 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2014 75,221 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 72,294 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

nearside door mirror glass cracked

Pass 16 Jan 2013 67,798 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

left hand door mirror glass cracked

Pass 11 Jan 2012 61,893 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

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

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

engine noisey/rattles

n/s door mirror damaged

n/s/f door trim insecure catching and making door stiff to open

Pass 20 Jan 2011 54,779 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Pass 28 Jan 2010 48,313 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2010 48,313 miles

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

Pass 20 Jan 2009 41,195 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 33,881 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2007 24,528 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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EG53 OUV is a 2004 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2004 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 83,958 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 EG53 OUV, 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 22 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 EG53 OUV registered?

EG53 OUV is a 2004 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is EG53 OUV safe to buy?

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