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KM52 AUY

2003 Citroen C5

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jun 2019
Tests22 (13 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate59.1%

Mileage

121,274 mi
Last recorded121,274 miles
Recorded on24 May 2018
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKM52 AUY
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 9 fail
Pass 24 May 2018 121,274 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced

Nearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

both front tyres wearing tread edges

exhaust joining flange corroded

nearside rear & offside rear suspension units have a light misting of oil/fluid on them

Fail 24 May 2018 121,274 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced

Nearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

both front tyres wearing tread edges

exhaust joining flange corroded

nearside rear & offside rear suspension units have a light misting of oil/fluid on them

Pass 1 Jun 2017 119,846 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

exhaust joining flanges corroded

nearside rear & offside rear fluid suspension unit gaiters perished

nearside rear & offside rear suspension units have a light misting of oil/fluid on them

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 1 Jun 2017 119,846 miles

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

exhaust joining flanges corroded

nearside rear & offside rear fluid suspension unit gaiters perished

nearside rear & offside rear suspension units have a light misting of oil/fluid on them

under trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2016 117,532 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

oil leak

Fail 3 Jun 2016 117,532 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

oil leak

Fail 2 Jun 2015 114,652 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both sides front seat belts are slow to retract

both sides rear suspension components have a light misting of oil/fluid on them

nearside front brake pad wear indicator wire broken

Pass 2 Jun 2015 114,652 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both sides front seat belts are slow to retract

both sides rear suspension components have a light misting of oil/fluid on them

nearside front brake pad wear indicator wire broken

Pass 4 Jun 2014 111,820 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fluid misting on nearside & offside rear suspension components

nearside front brake pad wear indicator wire broken

Fail 29 May 2014 111,798 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j) DANGEROUS

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

fluid misting on nearside & offside rear suspension components

nearside front brake pad wear indicator wire broken

offside rear ABS sensor wire mounting bracket insecure

Pass 28 May 2013 108,501 miles

ABS sensor wire mounting bracket insecure

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

noise noted from nearsdie rear wheel when spun up.

Pass 31 May 2012 105,505 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 105,505 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 98,770 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2011 98,770 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2010 90,037 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2010 90,037 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 14 Feb 2009 76,612 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2008 63,639 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 63,634 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour of any colour (7.4.B.4)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2007 49,763 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Feb 2006 40,669 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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KM52 AUY is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 59.1%.

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 KM52 AUY, 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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KM52 AUY is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 January 2003.

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