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GJ03 WFH

2003 Citroen C5

Green Diesel 1997cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

140,364 mi
Last recorded140,364 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Citroen C586,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ03 WFH
MakeCitroen
ModelC5
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,997cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2025 140,364 miles

ALL hydrolastic suspension system pipes corroded

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill area front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill area front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge / deteriorated / NO CORDS (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine oil dipstick damaged

fuel tank strap corroded / partly missing (still supported by another strap)

n/s and o/s sill areas covered with plastic covers not allowing full inspection

n/s/f and o/s/f suspension hydrolastic pipes/hoses have slight seepage of fluid

reverse lights not working

Fail 6 Aug 2025 140,364 miles

ALL hydrolastic suspension system pipes corroded

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill area front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner and outer sill area front to rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge / deteriorated / NO CORDS (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

engine oil dipstick damaged

fuel tank strap corroded / partly missing (still supported by another strap)

n/s and o/s sill areas covered with plastic covers not allowing full inspection

n/s/f and o/s/f suspension hydrolastic pipes/hoses have slight seepage of fluid

reverse lights not working

Pass 4 Feb 2021 139,722 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive upper shock mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

fuel tank retaining straps corroded

Pass 9 Jul 2019 135,722 miles

minor stone chip in screen

Pass 9 Jul 2018 131,202 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2017 124,535 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 7 Jul 2016 119,063 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 30 Apr 2015 111,122 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 103,077 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 93,824 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 85,085 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2011 77,802 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2010 69,063 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)

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

Pass 16 Apr 2009 60,065 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 8 Apr 2008 51,228 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front number plate backing slightly dark

rear number plate backing slightly dark

Pass 4 Apr 2007 40,829 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Mar 2006 30,070 miles

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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GJ03 WFH is a 2003 Citroen C5 in Green with a 1,997cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GJ03 WFH, 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 GJ03 WFH registered?

GJ03 WFH is a 2003 Citroen C5, first registered on 8 March 2003.

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