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KY53 OLG

2003 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2017
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

110,255 mi
Last recorded110,255 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2016
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY53 OLG
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2016 110,255 miles

Both rear tyres worn slightly on edges

Fail 14 Mar 2016 110,254 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Both rear tyres worn slightly on edges

Pass 14 Jan 2015 108,670 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 106,679 miles

damp with suspension oil around rear of engine

Fail 24 Mar 2014 106,679 miles

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

damp with suspension oil around rear of engine

Pass 5 Apr 2013 102,827 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 20 Mar 2013 102,825 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 1 Nov 2011 91,175 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2010 77,337 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 71,205 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2009 71,205 miles

Body insecure and dangerous to other road users (6.1.B.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Sep 2008 59,359 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 38,816 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 32,247 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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KY53 OLG is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 KY53 OLG, 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 KY53 OLG registered?

KY53 OLG is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 4 September 2003.

Is KY53 OLG safe to buy?

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