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WM52 RXK

2003 Citroen C5

Silver Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2014
Tests15 (8 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate53.3%

Mileage

116,686 mi
Last recorded116,686 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2013
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWM52 RXK
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

8 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2013 116,686 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

EML on

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

offside front tyre tread crackin through rubber deterioration

Fail 12 Jul 2013 116,686 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

EML on

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

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Oil leak

offside front tyre tread crackin through rubber deterioration

Pass 23 Jul 2012 113,660 miles

Oil leak

both rear and offside front tyre cracked on sidewall and tread

nearside rear disc pitted and corroded

Fail 19 Jul 2012 113,655 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

EML on

Oil leak

both rear and offside front tyre cracked on sidewall and tread

nearside rear disc pitted and corroded

Fail 23 Jul 2011 108,411 miles

Engine Management warning lamp on

Handbrake lever travel high

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

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

Rear brake discs corroded,pitted and worn

offside door mirror glass damaged

Pass 23 Jul 2011 108,411 miles

Engine Management warning lamp on

Handbrake lever travel high

Nearside rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Rear brake discs corroded,pitted and worn

offside door mirror glass damaged

Pass 17 Jun 2010 103,487 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2010 103,487 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2009 96,264 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2009 96,264 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Fail 16 Jul 2008 86,456 miles

Offside Front Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)

Offside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

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

Pass 16 Jul 2008 86,456 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2007 81,189 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 1 Oct 2007 81,189 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 67,265 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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WM52 RXK is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.3%.

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 WM52 RXK, 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 WM52 RXK registered?

WM52 RXK is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 11 February 2003.

Is WM52 RXK safe to buy?

The MOT history for WM52 RXK shows 15 tests with a 53.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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