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YM53 EXP

2003 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jan 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

112,667 mi
Last recorded112,667 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2013
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYM53 EXP
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2013 112,667 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Jan 2013 106,782 miles

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

advise osf rack arm slight play

Pass 1 Nov 2011 96,837 miles

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

engine management warning lamp illuminated

nearside rear suspension unit showing signs of weeping slightly

offside rear inner disc face pitted

Fail 1 Nov 2011 96,837 miles

Nearside Front Brake lever has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

engine management warning lamp illuminated

nearside rear suspension unit showing signs of weeping slightly

offside rear inner disc face pitted

Pass 16 Nov 2010 85,546 miles

engine management warning lamp illuminated

Pass 20 Nov 2009 72,572 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)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Outer Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

engine management warning light illuminated

nearside front suspension strut slightly leaking

offside front suspension strut slightly leaking

Pass 27 Nov 2008 59,435 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

enigine management warning lamp illuminated

Pass 22 Nov 2007 45,836 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2006 34,572 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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YM53 EXP is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 2,179cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 YM53 EXP, 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 YM53 EXP registered?

YM53 EXP is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 29 November 2003.

Is YM53 EXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for YM53 EXP shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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