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LG53 LNU

2003 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

40,800 mi
Last recorded40,800 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2018
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG53 LNU
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2018 40,800 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2017 32,637 miles

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

Fail 12 Oct 2017 32,637 miles

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2016 25,479 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 24,913 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

Pass 19 Sep 2014 23,952 miles

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

Pass 24 Sep 2013 22,846 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2013 22,846 miles

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

Pass 26 Sep 2012 21,367 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 19,472 miles

offside rear slight oil seepage from suspension unit

Pass 8 Sep 2010 16,603 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2010 16,476 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

offside front wiperblade split

Pass 26 Sep 2009 14,892 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2009 14,889 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 21 Aug 2008 13,353 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2007 10,768 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 8,551 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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LG53 LNU is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 LG53 LNU, 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 LG53 LNU registered?

LG53 LNU is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 1 September 2003.

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