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LV53 NWW

2003 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Dec 2015
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,997 mi
Last recorded78,997 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2014
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 NWW
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 20 Dec 2014 78,997 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 68,150 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 55,051 miles

rear tyres worn uneven

Pass 26 Jan 2012 43,640 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 41,823 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 38,909 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2008 35,543 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 32,421 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

nearside front shock has slight misting of oil

Pass 15 Sep 2006 28,795 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 24,749 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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LV53 NWW is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 LV53 NWW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LV53 NWW registered?

LV53 NWW is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 16 September 2003.

Is LV53 NWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV53 NWW shows 10 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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