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DF03 SYU

2003 Citroen C5

Red Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Oct 2016
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

90,666 mi
Last recorded90,666 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2015
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF03 SYU
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2015 90,666 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 78,868 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 78,868 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2013 72,653 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 23 Oct 2013 72,653 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

n/s o/s brake discs rusted inner surfaces

Pass 24 Oct 2012 67,102 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Pass 26 Oct 2011 60,204 miles

front brake discs light corrosion

front no plate deteroiated

n/s o/s outer sill plastic trim fitted

Fail 24 Oct 2011 60,203 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

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

front brake discs light corrosion

front no plate deteroiated

n/s o/s outer sill plastic trim fitted

Pass 22 Oct 2010 52,537 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2009 43,898 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2008 35,383 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 29 Oct 2008 35,383 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2007 28,569 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2006 22,357 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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DF03 SYU is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Red with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DF03 SYU, 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

How do I check the history of DF03 SYU?

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What year was DF03 SYU registered?

DF03 SYU is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 6 August 2003.

Is DF03 SYU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF03 SYU shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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