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LV53 RZP

2003 Citroen C5

Red Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2017
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

240,770 mi
Last recorded240,770 miles
Recorded on9 Nov 2016
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV53 RZP
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Nov 2016 240,770 miles

Oil leak ()

wiper blades split but still clear windscreen

Pass 22 Jun 2016 240,754 miles

Oil leak ()

wiper blades split but clear windscreen

Pass 25 Jun 2015 239,922 miles

Oil leak

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

offside front tyre perished on inner wall

Fail 25 Jun 2015 239,922 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

offside front tyre perished on inner wall

Pass 11 Oct 2013 239,895 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

cut in n/s/r tyre tread

n/s beam image deteriorated

n/s parking brake lower effort than o/s

n/s/f tyre worn on outer shoulder

o/s/f seat belt slow to retract

o/s/f tyre 3mm

o/s/r tyre rubbing on wheel arch liner trim

recommend checking front brake pads in 4000 miles

Fail 10 Oct 2013 239,891 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

cut in n/s/r tyre tread

n/s beam image deteriorated

n/s parking brake lower effort than o/s

n/s/f tyre worn on outer shoulder

o/s/f seat belt slow to retract

o/s/f tyre 3mm

o/s/r tyre rubbing on wheel arch liner trim

recommend checking front brake pads in 4000 miles

Fail 6 Aug 2013 239,851 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

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

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Nearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Oil leak

digital dash displays faults with esc,asr,and dpf

smoke test carried out[unable to attain reading] no smoke emited

Pass 10 Jul 2012 239,327 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 230,916 miles

play in front lower swivels & rear rdius arm bearings

Pass 28 Sep 2009 225,590 miles

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

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Oil leak

nearside front handbrake reading slightly low

Fail 28 Sep 2009 225,590 miles

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

Nearside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Oil leak

nearside front handbrake reading slightly low

Pass 6 Oct 2008 201,086 miles

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

Fail 6 Oct 2008 201,086 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Apr 2008 175,121 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 93,244 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 91,103 miles

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

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

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 RZP is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Red with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 LV53 RZP, 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 LV53 RZP registered?

LV53 RZP is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 26 September 2003.

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