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PK53 WMV

2003 Citroen C5

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Dec 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

158,268 mi
Last recorded158,268 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2015
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK53 WMV
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2015 158,268 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 156,170 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 154,464 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2012 151,105 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 6 Dec 2012 151,105 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 145,794 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front number plate slightly deteriated

Fail 8 Dec 2011 145,794 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

front number plate slightly deteriated

Pass 6 Dec 2010 140,829 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2009 138,263 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2008 134,027 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2007 125,920 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 WMV is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 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 PK53 WMV, 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 PK53 WMV registered?

PK53 WMV is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 29 October 2003.

Is PK53 WMV safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK53 WMV shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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