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LY52 XEH

2003 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2025
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

159,976 mi
Last recorded159,976 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2024
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY52 XEH
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Apr 2024 159,976 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s/r o/s/r (1.1.11 (c))

Under tray fitted

Pass 18 Apr 2023 156,480 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S/R O/S/R (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 152,960 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Apr 2021 148,974 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2020 145,290 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 140,590 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 May 2018 134,683 miles
Fail 2 May 2018 134,683 miles

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

Fail 24 Apr 2018 134,647 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2017 123,872 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 112,882 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 101,237 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 90,638 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Apr 2013 81,033 miles

Oil leak

Pass 4 May 2012 72,319 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 64,476 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 55,391 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2009 48,766 miles
Pass 3 May 2008 40,378 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 3 May 2007 32,343 miles
Fail 3 May 2007 32,341 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 6 May 2006 23,492 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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LY52 XEH is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 XEH, 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 XEH registered?

LY52 XEH is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 5 February 2003.

Is LY52 XEH safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY52 XEH shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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