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KG53 LKD

2003 Citroen C5

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2013
Tests13 (7 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

102,637 mi
Last recorded102,637 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2012
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKG53 LKD
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2012 102,637 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 10 Sep 2012 102,637 miles

Nearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 94,992 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

emissions near limit

n/s/f rollbar link play

n/s/f suspension ram seepage

n/s/f wing repeater faded

underbody shrouding,some items/areas not assessed

Fail 7 Sep 2011 94,992 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

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

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

emissions near limit

n/s/f rollbar link play

n/s/f suspension ram seepage

n/s/f wing repeater faded

underbody shrouding,some items/areas not assessed

Pass 8 Sep 2010 86,380 miles

Oil leak

n/s/f suspension ram seepage

n/s/r tyre worn outer edge

rear no plate borderline

screen damage

shrouding etc,unable to assess some items/areas

wipers worn/split

Fail 4 Sep 2010 86,040 miles

An item not tested (Manual)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Oil leak

n/s/f suspension ram seepage

n/s/r tyre worn outer edge

rear no plate borderline

screen damage

shrouding etc,unable to assess some items/areas

wipers worn/split

Pass 28 Aug 2009 70,838 miles

refer also prior fail/advise 934080749220

Fail 28 Aug 2009 70,838 miles

Emissions not tested (7.0)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

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

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

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 53,349 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2008 53,344 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Aug 2007 38,791 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2007 38,787 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Sep 2006 29,768 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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KG53 LKD is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KG53 LKD, 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 KG53 LKD registered?

KG53 LKD is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 September 2003.

Is KG53 LKD safe to buy?

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