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LY52 UVS

2003 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2015
Tests10 (10 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

111,567 mi
Last recorded111,567 miles
Recorded on22 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY52 UVS
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

10 pass
Pass 22 Nov 2014 111,567 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Oil leak

Pass 29 Nov 2013 107,753 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 102,564 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 98,072 miles

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

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

nearside front wiper blade has slight wear

offside front wiper blade has slight wear

steering rack has slight play

Pass 24 Nov 2010 89,542 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2009 82,673 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2008 74,219 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2007 62,961 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 48,483 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2006 37,151 miles

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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LY52 UVS is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Grey 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 LY52 UVS, 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 LY52 UVS registered?

LY52 UVS is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 17 January 2003.

Is LY52 UVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY52 UVS 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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