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LD53 CZP

2003 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jan 2020
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

151,029 mi
Last recorded151,029 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2019
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLD53 CZP
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2019 151,029 miles

Hydraulic leak, but not excessive steering rack (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 139,966 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2017 139,956 miles

Fuel system component leaking From filter area (7.2.3)

Pass 2 Nov 2016 138,633 miles

engine bay covers fitted

very slight surface corrosion on various brake pipes

Fail 28 Oct 2016 138,625 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure flat spot (4.1.D.1b)

engine bay covers fitted

very slight surface corrosion on various brake pipes

Pass 19 Oct 2015 135,860 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit slightly out of shape (4.1.E.1)

under trays and engine covers fitted

very slight surface corrosion on various brake pipes

Pass 11 Nov 2014 133,440 miles

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge

Fail 10 Oct 2014 133,431 miles

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

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

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 4 Sep 2013 123,654 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 114,610 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 107,153 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 107,083 miles

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)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 94,487 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2009 81,529 miles

rear brake caliper backplates corroded

Pass 16 Sep 2008 75,237 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2007 67,232 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 49,227 miles

Nearside Front Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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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LD53 CZP is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 LD53 CZP, 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 LD53 CZP registered?

LD53 CZP is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 16 September 2003.

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