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YU53 UCN

2004 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

102,431 mi
Last recorded102,431 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2021
Typical for 2004 Citroen C583,958 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYU53 UCN
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2021 102,431 miles

advise both rear brake pipes corroded require attention

advise drivers door handle from inside requires attention

advise front reg plate condition

Fail 25 Jan 2021 102,431 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

advise both rear brake pipes corroded require attention

advise drivers door handle from inside requires attention

advise front reg plate condition

Pass 4 Jul 2019 101,529 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 20 Jun 2019 101,466 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Brake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged (1.6 (d))

Nearside Front Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively also split severly (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively also split severly (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed split on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jun 2018 98,917 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2017 97,494 miles

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 25 May 2016 95,232 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

near side front wheel arch liner adrift

off side rear wheel arch liner adrift

Pass 20 May 2015 92,529 miles
Fail 19 May 2015 92,525 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Nearside Rear Fluid suspension unit leaking (2.4.D.2)

Nearside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Offside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 19 May 2014 88,768 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 May 2013 83,492 miles

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

Pass 24 May 2012 77,839 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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)

Pass 17 May 2011 70,011 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 May 2010 64,204 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2009 56,749 miles
Fail 1 May 2009 56,749 miles

Nearside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Nearside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Brake cable has wires broken and is significantly weakened (3.5.1b)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 47,900 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 7 Apr 2007 37,003 miles

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

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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YU53 UCN is a 2004 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 YU53 UCN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was YU53 UCN registered?

YU53 UCN is a 2004 Citroen C5, first registered on 24 February 2004.

Is YU53 UCN safe to buy?

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