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HY53 UGC

2003 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 2200cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2017
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

91,869 mi
Last recorded91,869 miles
Recorded on14 Jul 2016
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY53 UGC
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,200cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Jul 2016 91,869 miles

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 31 Jul 2015 91,866 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Aug 2011 38,293 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2010 34,055 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 30,295 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 25,857 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 21,963 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 15,405 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 16 Aug 2006 15,405 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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HY53 UGC is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 2,200cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 HY53 UGC, 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 HY53 UGC registered?

HY53 UGC is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 13 September 2003.

Is HY53 UGC safe to buy?

The MOT history for HY53 UGC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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