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ET53 EXL

2004 Citroen C5

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

86,477 mi
Last recorded86,477 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2017
Typical for 2004 Citroen C583,958 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationET53 EXL
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2017 86,477 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2016 83,588 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2015 80,591 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 77,534 miles

both rear tyres getting low

Pass 17 Dec 2013 73,888 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 69,281 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 64,318 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 61,334 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2010 61,323 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2009 58,318 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2008 54,462 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2008 51,682 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2007 40,566 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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ET53 EXL is a 2004 Citroen C5 in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 ET53 EXL, 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 ET53 EXL registered?

ET53 EXL is a 2004 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 January 2004.

Is ET53 EXL safe to buy?

The MOT history for ET53 EXL shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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