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GL53 MXD

2003 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Nov 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

125,678 mi
Last recorded125,678 miles
Recorded on21 May 2019
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 MXD
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 May 2019 125,678 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 125,414 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 125,144 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2016 124,573 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2016 124,573 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 28 Apr 2015 123,700 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2014 121,002 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 119,590 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 118,226 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 116,241 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 112,948 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 81,670 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2007 78,740 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2006 56,136 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 MXD is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 MXD, 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 MXD registered?

GL53 MXD is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 18 November 2003.

Is GL53 MXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL53 MXD shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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