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SM54 GYK

2004 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

142,648 mi
Last recorded142,648 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2017
Typical for 2004 Citroen C583,958 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSM54 GYK
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Fail 28 Jun 2017 142,648 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Ball joint has excessive play Rack end (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Can not assess brake pipes due to protective under shield

Engine light illuminated

Offside rear brake pipe corroding

Oil leak

Rear air suspension pipes corroded

nearside rear brake pipe corroding

Pass 4 Jul 2016 127,748 miles

front disc and pads worn

headlights lense cloudy need buffing

Pass 23 Jul 2015 117,927 miles

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

both front suspension units slight misting of oil

rear suspension pipes slight carosion

Fail 17 Jul 2015 117,927 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front front brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

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

both front suspension units slight misting of oil

rear suspension pipes slight carosion

Pass 22 Jul 2014 99,540 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 12 Jul 2014 98,775 miles

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 19 Jul 2013 78,235 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

o/s/r tyre splitting on sidewalls

Pass 28 Jun 2012 67,587 miles

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

Pass 9 Jul 2011 60,827 miles

drivers side rear disc badly pitted

Fail 9 Jul 2011 60,827 miles

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

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

drivers side rear disc badly pitted

Pass 19 Jul 2010 52,117 miles

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

Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Jul 2009 43,073 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Rear brake discs slightly corroded

Fail 22 Jul 2009 43,073 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2008 36,258 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Jul 2007 22,995 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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SM54 GYK is a 2004 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 SM54 GYK, 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.

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What year was SM54 GYK registered?

SM54 GYK is a 2004 Citroen C5, first registered on 27 October 2004.

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