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GP53 HXC

2003 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Nov 2021
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

109,930 mi
Last recorded109,930 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2020
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGP53 HXC
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2020 109,930 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 109,830 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2018 109,211 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2017 100,336 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2017 100,332 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Offside Steering rack deformed and unserviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

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

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

Pass 29 Nov 2016 87,972 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2015 79,938 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2014 69,852 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 60,721 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2012 52,236 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2011 41,296 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 28,181 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2009 20,740 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2008 18,803 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2008 18,803 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

Pass 27 Nov 2007 16,152 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 13,858 miles

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

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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GP53 HXC is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 GP53 HXC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GP53 HXC registered?

GP53 HXC is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 8 December 2003.

Is GP53 HXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for GP53 HXC shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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