No, BN53 DBZ is currently registered under SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification) with the DVLA.

When is the MOT due for BN53 DBZ?

The MOT for BN53 DBZ is valid and due for renewal on or before 2 November 2017.

What is the recorded mileage of BN53 DBZ?

The recorded mileage for BN53 DBZ is 223,215 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is BN53 DBZ ULEZ compliant?

No, BN53 DBZ does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2003 Citroen C5 2.0L Diesel · BN53 DBZ

BN53 DBZ

2003 Citroen C5 (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01/09/2003. Recorded mileage 223,215 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model: CITROEN C5
Year / Origin: 2003 · Birmingham
MOT Status: Valid until 02/11/2017
Road Tax: SORN
Recorded Mileage: 223,215 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: DIESEL · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 02/11/2017

Tax Status

SORN

Statutory Off Road (SORN)

Mileage: 223,215 mi
Fuel Type: DIESEL
Year: 2003
Engine: 1997cc

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BN53 DBZ Key Findings

15 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 03/11/2016
223,215 miles recorded at latest MOT
4 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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BN53 DBZ Mileage History

19/08/200645,041 mi
22/09/200755,351 mi+10,310 mi
19/09/200867,143 mi+11,792 mi
05/09/200980,498 mi+13,355 mi
28/08/201098,190 mi+17,692 mi
27/10/2011117,510 mi+19,320 mi
18/09/2012133,188 mi+15,678 mi
28/09/2012133,556 mi+368 mi
11/10/2013151,531 mi+17,975 mi
15/10/2013151,539 mi+8 mi
09/10/2014171,808 mi+20,269 mi
13/10/2015198,531 mi+26,723 mi
14/10/2015198,531 mi
03/11/2016223,215 mi+24,684 mi
03/11/2016223,215 mi

Average of roughly 17,452 miles per year across 15 recorded odometer readings.

BN53 DBZ MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 11 Sept 2026, 10:58

MOT Analysis

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15 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Citroen C5 (BN53 DBZ) between August 2006 and November 2016.

The record contains 11 passes and 4 failures.

The most recent test on 03 November 2016 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 4 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (6 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 23 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both rear (4.1.E.1)”; “Offside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)”; “Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)”.

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