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YP53 NWC

2003 Citroen C5

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2024
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYP53 NWC
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2023
Fail 27 Feb 2023

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Feb 2022 134,004 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2022 134,004 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Nov 2020 129,054 miles
Fail 2 Nov 2020 129,054 miles

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 13 Nov 2019 126,768 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2018 123,156 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 123,156 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Nov 2017 118,916 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2017 118,916 miles

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

Pass 3 Nov 2016 104,894 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2015 96,239 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2014 81,337 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 15 Nov 2014 81,337 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 12 Feb 2014 70,703 miles

Offside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 16 Feb 2013 56,984 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2012 43,692 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 41,369 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2010 37,063 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 32,677 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 27,865 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2007 22,007 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 16,619 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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YP53 NWC is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YP53 NWC, 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 YP53 NWC registered?

YP53 NWC is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 29 September 2003.

Is YP53 NWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for YP53 NWC shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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