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PL04 XRS

2004 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2017
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,840 mi
Last recorded125,840 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2016
Typical for 2004 Citroen C583,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL04 XRS
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2016 125,840 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 117,951 miles

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

Brake pipe slightly corroded all rear (3.6.B.2c)

front brake discs slightly worn and pitted

minor engine oil leak

Pass 29 Aug 2014 107,541 miles

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 28 Aug 2014 107,535 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 97,677 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2012 83,724 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 83,724 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 18 May 2010 79,838 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 18 May 2010 79,838 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Jun 2009 71,749 miles

Front side repeaters faded

Front tyres worn to 1.8mm

Pass 19 Jun 2008 60,668 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 53,661 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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PL04 XRS is a 2004 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2004 Citroen C5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 83,958 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 PL04 XRS, 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 22 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 PL04 XRS registered?

PL04 XRS is a 2004 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 June 2004.

Is PL04 XRS safe to buy?

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