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FM53 CZX

2004 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Feb 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

144,090 mi
Last recorded144,090 miles
Recorded on15 Feb 2017
Typical for 2004 Citroen C583,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM53 CZX
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Feb 2017 144,090 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 128,030 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 128,030 miles

Front suspension has excessive play in a lower wishbone bearing (2.5.B.1a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 18 Feb 2015 110,443 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2014 89,926 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2014 89,867 miles

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

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 12 Feb 2013 70,442 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 30 Dec 2011 54,069 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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)

Offside front brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 25 Jan 2011 42,396 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 34,299 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2009 28,923 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2008 23,333 miles

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

Pass 11 Jan 2008 23,116 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2008 23,114 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jan 2007 17,256 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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FM53 CZX 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 80%.

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 FM53 CZX, 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 FM53 CZX registered?

FM53 CZX is a 2004 Citroen C5, first registered on 17 January 2004.

Is FM53 CZX safe to buy?

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