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MW52 LYP

2003 Citroen C5

Blue Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

131,879 mi
Last recorded131,879 miles
Recorded on5 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMW52 LYP
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Feb 2026 131,879 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2025 125,423 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 119,198 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 112,147 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2023 112,147 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Feb 2022 105,780 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2021 99,569 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 93,951 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2019 86,469 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 78,971 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2017 71,916 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2016 65,216 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 58,903 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2014 52,715 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2013 44,985 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 37,935 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 33,498 miles
Fail 7 Feb 2011 33,498 miles

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

knocking noise coming from the N/SR wheel when rotated

Pass 28 Jan 2010 30,815 miles

Offside Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

x2 front+o/s rear tyres wearing on the edges

Pass 11 Feb 2009 26,405 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 11 Feb 2009 26,405 miles

Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 22,980 miles

rear wiper blade torn

Pass 24 Jan 2007 21,309 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 15,977 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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MW52 LYP is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Blue with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 MW52 LYP, 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 MW52 LYP registered?

MW52 LYP is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 8 February 2003.

Is MW52 LYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MW52 LYP shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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