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PK53 WCY

2003 Citroen C5

White Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Sep 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,035 mi
Last recorded121,035 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2017
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK53 WCY
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2017 121,035 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (Flexi-hose to Caliper) (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn on outer edge.

Offside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (Corroded) (2.5.B.3a)

Offside Front Suspension strut return pipe perished.

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (Flexi-hose to Caliper) (3.6.B.2c)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Lower sill slightly corroded but trims fitted prevent full inspection. (5.2.6)

Fail 22 Aug 2017 121,035 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (Flexi-hose to Caliper) (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit supply pipe corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.D.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn on outer edge.

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front suspension has slight deterioration of the bonding between metal and flexible material of an upper support bearing (Corroded) (2.5.B.3a)

Offside Front Suspension strut return pipe perished.

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (Flexi-hose to Caliper) (3.6.B.2c)

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Lower sill slightly corroded but trims fitted prevent full inspection. (5.2.6)

Pass 23 Aug 2016 110,542 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 100,006 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2015 100,006 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Sep 2014 91,813 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Sep 2013 84,352 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside rear tyre sidewalls showing age-related deterioration

Fail 4 Sep 2013 84,346 miles

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

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

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

nearside rear tyre sidewalls showing age-related deterioration

Pass 31 Aug 2012 78,040 miles
Fail 31 Aug 2012 78,040 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 70,741 miles

air bag system malfunction warning light illuminated

offside front suspension strut/cylinder - slight oil seepage from upper seal

Fail 7 Sep 2011 70,741 miles

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

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

air bag system malfunction warning light illuminated

offside front suspension strut/cylinder - slight oil seepage from upper seal

Fail 30 Aug 2011 70,478 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

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

Offside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Sep 2010 63,232 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 54,122 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2008 45,752 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2007 35,918 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2006 30,037 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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PK53 WCY is a 2003 Citroen C5 in White with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 PK53 WCY, 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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PK53 WCY is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 28 November 2003.

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