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PN53 JLU

2003 Citroen C5

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2016
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

178,834 mi
Last recorded178,834 miles
Recorded on15 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN53 JLU
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 May 2015 178,834 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2011 78,157 miles

Nearside Front Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Front Brake cable has wires broken but is not significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Fail 27 Aug 2010 69,986 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

The n/s handbrake cable outer cover is damaged allowing moisture ingress .

Pass 27 Aug 2010 69,986 miles

The n/s handbrake cable outer cover is damaged allowing moisture ingress .

Pass 7 Sep 2009 63,738 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2008 59,087 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2008 59,087 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2007 50,331 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 39,125 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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PN53 JLU is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 PN53 JLU, 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 PN53 JLU registered?

PN53 JLU is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 26 September 2003.

Is PN53 JLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for PN53 JLU shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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