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GL53 MKX

2003 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Feb 2016
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

128,140 mi
Last recorded128,140 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2015
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 MKX
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2015 128,140 miles

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

Fail 14 Feb 2015 128,140 miles

Front front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2014 116,847 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 103,422 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 93,810 miles

Rear tyres, slight uneven wear on outer edges, keep check on.

Pass 14 Dec 2010 85,635 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 78,915 miles

slight dampness on rear subframe suspension pipe block

slight play in n/s front drop link

Pass 15 Dec 2008 68,742 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2007 61,225 miles

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

Pass 11 Dec 2006 50,978 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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GL53 MKX is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 GL53 MKX, 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.

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What year was GL53 MKX registered?

GL53 MKX is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 26 November 2003.

Is GL53 MKX safe to buy?

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