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FX03 SYG

2003 Citroen C5

Grey Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

153,052 mi
Last recorded153,052 miles
Recorded on15 May 2017
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX03 SYG
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 May 2017 153,052 miles

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

Rear suspension noisey

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

n/s/f suspension unit damp

Fail 15 May 2017 153,043 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

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

Rear suspension noisey

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

n/s/f suspension unit damp

Pass 7 Jun 2016 144,648 miles

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

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

Fail 6 Jun 2016 144,640 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside front parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

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

Fail 1 Jun 2015 136,188 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 1 Jun 2015 136,188 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.1.A.3d)

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

Pass 20 May 2014 129,540 miles

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

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Intercooler damp with oil

Noise from rear suspension

Rear fog lamp has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.3.2d)

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

n/s/r suspension unit damp

rear brake discs rusty

Pass 7 May 2013 120,289 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Intercooler damp with oil

Power steering hoses damp.

Rear fog lamp has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.3.2d)

Rear tyres worn uneven on the edges, close to limit.

o/s/r suspension unit damp

Fail 7 May 2013 120,279 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Intercooler damp with oil

Power steering hoses damp.

Rear fog lamp has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.3.2d)

Rear tyres worn uneven on the edges, close to limit.

o/s/r suspension unit damp

Pass 24 May 2012 112,589 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear fog lamp has a product on the lens but not adversely affecting light output (1.3.2d)

Rear tyres worn uneven.

n/s sill trim loose

n/s/r brake disc rusty on the inner edge.

slight play n/s/f anti roll bar drop link.

Pass 2 Feb 2012 109,340 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear fog lamp damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 15 Jan 2011 90,617 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2010 66,420 miles

Nearside Rear 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 16 Mar 2009 63,338 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2008 58,176 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 47,257 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 34,757 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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FX03 SYG is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Grey with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 FX03 SYG, 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.

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What year was FX03 SYG registered?

FX03 SYG is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 3 March 2003.

Is FX03 SYG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX03 SYG shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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