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LM52 ZGC

2003 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2017
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

148,644 mi
Last recorded148,644 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2017
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM52 ZGC
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Fail 28 Jul 2017 148,644 miles

Nearside Front Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Fluid suspension pipe leaking (2.4.D.2)

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

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Engine Cover Fitted

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

Offside Rear Fuel Cap Wont Unlock

Under Trays Fitted

Pass 16 Feb 2016 117,543 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2016 117,185 miles

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

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

Nearside Rear 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 12 Feb 2015 110,077 miles

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

eng oil low

slight play in offside steering arm

Pass 10 Feb 2014 104,618 miles

Play In Rear Suspension Both Sides

Pass 12 Feb 2013 99,254 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2013 99,195 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 8 Feb 2012 90,655 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2012 90,655 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 82,394 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2011 82,394 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 10 Feb 2010 72,798 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 64,326 miles
Fail 16 Jan 2008 56,983 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2008 56,983 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2007 46,387 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2006 33,513 miles

Nearside Front Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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LM52 ZGC 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 64.7%.

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 LM52 ZGC, 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 LM52 ZGC registered?

LM52 ZGC is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 January 2003.

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The MOT history for LM52 ZGC shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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