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BD03 UTU

2003 Citroen C5

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

129,339 mi
Last recorded129,339 miles
Recorded on12 Apr 2021
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBD03 UTU
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Apr 2021 129,339 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2020 118,500 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2019 107,586 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 96,614 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 90,557 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 83,037 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 77,867 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 14 Apr 2015 77,866 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Apr 2014 71,676 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

spare fitted to n/s/r

Pass 16 Apr 2013 66,318 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 4 Apr 2012 61,169 miles

N/s & os handbrake outer sheaths split but not affecting handbrake operation

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

Pass 7 Apr 2011 56,873 miles

corroded lip on front brake discs

Pass 8 Apr 2010 50,747 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 46,965 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 29 Apr 2008 42,797 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 39,429 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 28,570 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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BD03 UTU is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 BD03 UTU, 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 BD03 UTU registered?

BD03 UTU is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 April 2003.

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