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KS52 OSC

2003 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests24 (14 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

113,722 mi
Last recorded113,722 miles
Recorded on8 Nov 2019
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS52 OSC
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 10 fail
Pass 8 Nov 2019 113,722 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

engine cover fitted

Fail 5 Nov 2019 113,722 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

engine cover fitted

Pass 5 Nov 2018 107,639 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 100,284 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2016 94,103 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2015 88,681 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Fail 30 Oct 2015 88,681 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 30 Oct 2014 84,935 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Nov 2013 82,383 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 82,383 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

drivers seat loose

Pass 11 May 2012 80,581 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 80,581 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 May 2011 78,546 miles

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)

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

Fail 27 Apr 2010 76,064 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 76,064 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Jun 2009 71,801 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2009 71,801 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Fail 12 Jun 2009 71,717 miles

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

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

O/S/F drop link boot split & dry inside

O/S/F wear indicator wire insecure

Play in n/s/f droplink

Fail 12 Jun 2008 62,390 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 62,390 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 14 Jun 2007 50,432 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2007 50,432 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jun 2006 37,741 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 37,737 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Rear rear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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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KS52 OSC is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 KS52 OSC, 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 KS52 OSC registered?

KS52 OSC is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 21 January 2003.

Is KS52 OSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KS52 OSC shows 24 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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