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FA03 KHL

2003 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Mar 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

97,333 mi
Last recorded97,333 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2020
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA03 KHL
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2020 97,333 miles

Direction indicator slightly discoloured side repeaters (4.4.3 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Undertray not fully secure near fuel tank (8.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 79,799 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2018 72,932 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Front Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective Brake pad warning light wire broken (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear Heat shield insecure

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm in centre of tread (5.2.3 (e))

Unable to check thickness of rear brake pads

Pass 5 Jun 2017 65,108 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2017 65,108 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 62,962 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2016 62,962 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 28 May 2015 58,416 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2014 54,815 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 54,764 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Jun 2013 51,436 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2013 51,436 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2012 48,113 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2011 44,826 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 40,965 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 36,555 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2008 32,100 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2007 27,852 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2006 22,071 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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FA03 KHL is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 FA03 KHL, 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

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What year was FA03 KHL registered?

FA03 KHL is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 July 2003.

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