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FV53 NWU

2003 Citroen C5

Silver Petrol 1749cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Nov 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

54,857 mi
Last recorded54,857 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2021
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV53 NWU
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,749cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2021 54,857 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2020 59,414 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 18 Nov 2019 50,416 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2018 49,058 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 47,427 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2016 45,254 miles

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

Fail 21 Nov 2016 45,254 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

Pass 23 Nov 2015 41,299 miles

NEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE FRONT OUTER HANDBRAKE CABLES WORN

Pass 24 Nov 2014 37,925 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2014 37,918 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Nov 2013 34,243 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2012 30,461 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 27,899 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2010 25,750 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Nov 2009 22,146 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 17,911 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2008 17,910 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Pass 19 Nov 2007 13,150 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 8,560 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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FV53 NWU is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Silver with a 1,749cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FV53 NWU, 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 FV53 NWU registered?

FV53 NWU is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 30 November 2003.

Is FV53 NWU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV53 NWU shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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