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YX53 UZO

2003 Citroen C5

Black Diesel 2179cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 May 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

203,294 mi
Last recorded203,294 miles
Recorded on19 May 2014
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYX53 UZO
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,179cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 May 2014 203,294 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2013 183,095 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 114,468 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 103,141 miles

n/s/f anti/roll link worn

unable to see condition of rear brake pads

Pass 12 Mar 2009 88,426 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 68,424 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2008 68,414 miles

Offside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)

Pass 14 Mar 2007 49,343 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 41,927 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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YX53 UZO is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Black 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 YX53 UZO, 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 YX53 UZO registered?

YX53 UZO is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is YX53 UZO safe to buy?

The MOT history for YX53 UZO 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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