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SO53 GHX

2003 Citroen C5

Red Petrol 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Nov 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

35,139 mi
Last recorded35,139 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2014
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO53 GHX
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2014 35,139 miles

Nearside rear suspension unit misting of oil.

Offside rear road wheel close to brake caliper.

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 32,041 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 11 Nov 2013 32,021 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 16 Nov 2012 27,265 miles

both rear brake discs are pitted

Fail 16 Nov 2012 27,265 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

both rear brake discs are pitted

Pass 14 Nov 2011 21,490 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 21,490 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 15 Nov 2010 17,980 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 14,529 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2009 14,518 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3) DANGEROUS

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Nov 2008 11,521 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 8,692 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Nov 2006 5,684 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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SO53 GHX is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Red with a 1,997cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 SO53 GHX, 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 SO53 GHX registered?

SO53 GHX is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 27 November 2003.

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