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FG03 WWS

2003 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,568 mi
Last recorded96,568 miles
Recorded on28 Dec 2012
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG03 WWS
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 28 Dec 2012 96,568 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

advise full brake check,possible fault on rear calipers [corrosion]

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

Pass 28 Dec 2012 96,568 miles

advise full brake check,possible fault on rear calipers [corrosion]

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

Pass 19 Jan 2012 85,149 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Jan 2012 85,149 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Apr 2011 79,083 miles

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

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

nearside front suspension leg slightly damp

Pass 22 Apr 2010 72,758 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

offside rear suspension unit slightly damp

Pass 17 Apr 2009 66,684 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Apr 2008 61,247 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 51,143 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 30 Mar 2006 41,533 miles

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

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

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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FG03 WWS is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FG03 WWS, 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 FG03 WWS registered?

FG03 WWS is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 31 March 2003.

Is FG03 WWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG03 WWS shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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