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KL53 HBG

2004 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2016
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

120,695 mi
Last recorded120,695 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2015
Typical for 2004 Citroen C583,958 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKL53 HBG
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2015 120,695 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014
Fail 13 Aug 2014 110,236 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2013 81,450 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 73,286 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2011 70,180 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2010 66,768 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2010 66,768 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Nov 2009 63,078 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2009 63,078 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Pass 18 Nov 2008 60,838 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 57,302 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 57,302 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 15 Jan 2007 53,618 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2007 53,618 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

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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KL53 HBG is a 2004 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 83,958 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 KL53 HBG, 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 22 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 KL53 HBG registered?

KL53 HBG is a 2004 Citroen C5, first registered on 16 January 2004.

Is KL53 HBG safe to buy?

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