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LK52 ESG

2002 Citroen C5

Blue Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

159,130 mi
Last recorded159,130 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2024
Typical for 2002 Citroen C589,012 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK52 ESG
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jul 2024 159,130 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2024 159,130 miles

Front Windscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))

Rear Sound deadening material likely to become detached Rear exhaust box blowing causing excess noise. (8.1.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2023 153,680 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Jul 2023 153,680 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jun 2022 147,638 miles

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

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2021 136,556 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2020 136,505 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 136,397 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2018 136,262 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases from the back box (7.1.2)

engine light is on

Pass 27 Jun 2016 77,106 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 76,608 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 76,106 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 71,491 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 68,514 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 66,158 miles

engine check light on

front number plate poor condition

Pass 26 Aug 2010 61,692 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 56,733 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2008 53,080 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2007 39,560 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 31,071 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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LK52 ESG is a 2002 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2002 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 89,012 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 LK52 ESG, 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 24 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 LK52 ESG registered?

LK52 ESG is a 2002 Citroen C5, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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