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FG53 TNN

2003 Citroen C5

Silver Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Oct 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

167,689 mi
Last recorded167,689 miles
Recorded on27 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG53 TNN
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Sep 2017 167,689 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2017 167,629 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2016 154,302 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 26 Sep 2016 154,279 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 137,333 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2015 137,322 miles

Track rod end ball pin shank loose n/s/ (2.2.B.1c)

Pass 31 Jul 2014 123,975 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2013 116,875 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 108,160 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2011 97,742 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2011 97,742 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Pass 20 Jul 2010 91,052 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2009 81,498 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 81,498 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 29 Jul 2008 72,839 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 2 Aug 2007 62,810 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 31 May 2006 53,421 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 31 May 2006 53,421 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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FG53 TNN is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 FG53 TNN, 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 FG53 TNN registered?

FG53 TNN is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 September 2003.

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